SMH 13 Nov 1919
GEORGE BOYD CONNOR
SMH 13 Nov 1919
BIRTHS.
CONNOR,-November 8, at Redhaven, North Sydney, the wife of G. S. N. Connor -- a son. [George Boyd]
SMH 1 Oct 1931
S.C.E.G. PREPARATORY SCHOOL.
Championship events at the Sydney Church of England Grammar Preparatory School at Northbridge resulted -
75yds championship under 10; H B Neil, 1, M P Greenwell 2. 100yds championship under 11; C P West 1, I A Geddes 2. 100yds championship, under 12; D A Robinson, 1, G B Connor 2. 100yds championship, under 13; N A Edwards 1, R. H Wallman, 2. 100yds championship open; N A Edwards, 1 R. S Nell, 2. 220yds championship under 12; G B Connor 1, R B Farr, 2. 220yds championship under 13 R H Wallman and R S Nell dead-heat 1, J Pronk, 2. 220yds championship, open; C G Tabberer, 1 C F Moore 2. High Jump under 12; D A Robinson, 1 A Hellicar, 2. High jump, open; R S Neil and J A Robertson, dead-heat, 1, J W Fisher 3. Broad Jump open; R S Nell, 1 R H Wallman 2.
Junior Championship Cup -G B Connor and D A Robinson tied. Senior trophy R. S Nell.
School prize 1932
SCEGS Preparatory School
Boxing 1932
Championship of the School
G.B. Connor
Prize was a book “The Gold Consignment” by JFC Westerman
SMH 28 Aug 1933
ATHLETICS. SYDNEY CHURCH OF ENGLAND GRAMMAR SCHOOL
The forty second annual sports meeting of the Sydney Church of England Grammar School was held at the memorial playing fields Northbridge on Saturday
Results -............................
Under 14 - 220yds J Fitzherbert 1, J Dally 2, G Connor 3; Time 28s
SMH 22 Mar 1934
Y.M.C.A. CLUB.
50 yards scratch race: ...... 100 yards handicap: G. Connor, 8 1/2yds, 1; S. Craig, 7 1/2yds, 2; J. Lucas. 4yds, 3. Time, 10 3/5s. Running broad Jump: G. Connor (all. 4ft 7in), 22ft 10in, 1; S. Craig (5ft 3in), 22ft 1in. 2; R. Roach (4ft 2in), 21ft 2in, 3.
Eden Magnet – Saturday 21 December, 1935
On Wednesday we had the pleasure of a call from Mr. Stanley CONNOR and his son, who were on their way to Nadgie to spend with their relatives, the PALMERS, a three weeks’ holiday. Mr. CONNOR will be remembered as a resident of this district for many years and as a former owner with his brother, Mr. W.E. CONNOR, of the Broadwater property now owned by Mr., W.E. Grenenger. Sometime after leaving this district in 1912 Mr. S. CONNOR married Miss Ella BOYD, a niece of the late Mr. J.A. BOYD of “The Hollies”, Eden. Of their family of three, two daughters are occupying clerical positions in Sydney and the son is a Shore Grammar School boy. After several years devoted to orcharding and vegetable growing at Peakhurst, Mr. CONNOR has leased his property there, and is now in residence at Penshurst. He notes a very considerable improvement in Eden, particularly in the appearance of the main street due to its lines of central garden plots. One time an enthusiastic cricketer, he now finds in golf a more suitable and congenial recreation. He is also fond of fishing and, as he knows the haunts of schnapper on the Nadgie coast, expects to beat his previous records as an angler. With Mr. CONNOR’S party is Miss Singleton, a descendant of the well known Broadwater Hungerfords, and she also will be the guest of Mr. and Mrs. L.A. PALMER at their Nadgie home.
SMH 25 Jan 1936
INTERMEDIATE CERTIFICATE EXAMINATION
SYDNEY CHURCH OF ENGLAND GRAMMAR SCHOOL
Connor, George B., English B, Maths I B, Maths II B, French B, Physics B, Chemistry B.
SMH 3 Aug 1936
G.P.S. MATCHES.
Sydney High School threw away the match against Sydney Church of England Grammar School at Centennial Park by carelessness in handling and through infringements in their own 25, giving Sydney Church of England easy penalty kicks, five of which Minnett goaled. A. Fielder (Sydney High School) was the best player on the field, and he is one of the best inside centres for years. He was well supported by Deane at five-eighth. The forwards rucked well, but were caught off-side too often. For Sydney church of England Grammar School Travers was good at five-eighth, but over-exploited the high punt. The forwards were uniformly good. Connor was safe at full-back.
SMH 10 Aug 1936
G.P.S. MATCHES.
The second last round of the Great Public Schools' competition was marked by close matches between Newington College and St. Ignatius' College at Stanmore, and Sydney Grammar School and Sydney Church of England Grammar School at Weigall.
Sydney Grammar School surprised by the manner in which they extended Sydney Church of England Grammar School. The latter led by 10 points to 5 at half-time, but in the second half each side scored three points. Sydney Grammar School was best served by Sherringham, Townend, and Theyer (backs), and Arnold, Biddulph, and Evans (for- wards). The winners' best backs were Travers, Pronk, and Connor. The whole of the forwards.
SMH 17 Aug 1936
G.P.S. COMBINED TEAMS.
After nearly three hours' deliberation on Saturday, the Great Public Schools selectors chose the following team to represent The Rest against the Premiers, and a second team to play the Christian Brothers College Waverley at Weigall Ground on Wednesday.
Second XV -Full-back, G. Connor (SCEGS);
SMH 20 Aug 1936
KEEN G.P.S. MATCH. BEST SECONDS BEATEN.
In a hard-fought early match, Christian Brothers' College, Waverley, beat the G.P.S. The Rest second fifteen by 16 points to 15. The Rest led at half-time by nine points to nil having kicked three penalty goals.
The Waverley hooker, R. Bawden, won a big number of scrums, and the team was coached with the idea of retaining possession the backs rarely kicking in the second half. Good chances were lost in the first half through the player with the ball going too far; but in the second period there were several attractive bursts. The third try was a particularly fine effort, the half-back (L. E. Tansey) sending to the five-eighth (R. A. Craven), who broke through splendidly, and turned the ball In to the forwards, E. M. Slattery taking the pass, and sending on to J. F. Lyon, who scored. The constructive play of the Waverley backs was admired, and Craven was a prominent player.
The outstanding back for The Rest was K. B. Chisholm (Newington), who showed determination in attack and defence. D. C. Pope (Shore) had few chances at outside centre, but shaped well, and G. Connor (Shore), at full-back, was good. B. T. Arnold (Grammar). C. A. Fay (Newington), and R. A. Pedlingham (Shore) were useful forwards.
SMH 20 Aug 1936
COMBINED G.P.S. TEAMS. TRAVERS AS LOCK FORWARD.
The feature of the teams selected to represent the Great Public Schools against the Royal Military College Duntroon and the Hawkesbury Agricultural College on Saturday was the selection of B H Travers as lock forward. He has previously played in the forwards and at full-back but this year he has shone at five eighth.
COMBINED GPS II -..................... Reserves -Backs G Connor (SCEGS)
SMH 22 Feb 1937
CHURCH OF ENGLAND GRAMMAR SCHOOL V SYDNEY GRAMMAR SCHOOL Commenced at Northbridge
Bowling Connor 3-11
P. Connor c de Saxe b Sourway 11;
SMH 1 Mar 1937
G.P.S. CRICKET. OUTRIGHT VICTORIES.
The first round of the Great Public School cricket competition was concluded on Saturday and resulted in outright wins in each match.
SYDNEY CHURCH OF ENGLAND GRAMMAR SCHOOL V SYDNEY GRAMMAR SCHOOL.
Concluded at Northbridge. S.C.E.G.S. winning b an innings and six runs.
Connor, 4-49:
SMH 8 Mar 1937
THE SCOTS COLLEGE V SYDNEY CHURCH OF ENGLAND GRAMMAR SCHOOL Commenced at Northbridge
Connor 1-15
SMH 15 Mar 1937
THE SCOTS COLLEGE v SYDNEY CHURCH OF ENGIAND GRAMMAR SCHOOL
Concluded at Northbridge the Scots College winning by 70 runs on the first Innings
Connor 0-14
G. Connor c Church b Robilliard 5;
SMH 22 Mar 1937
SYDNEY CHURCH OF ENGLAND GRAMMAR SCHOOL V NEWINGTON COLLEGE. Commenced at Stanmore
G Connor c and b Roberts 0;
Connor 4-41
SMH 5 Apr 1937
NEWINGTON COLLEGE V SYDNEY CHURCH OF ENGLAND GRAMMAR SCHOOL
Concluded at Stanmore Newington College winning by 13 runs on the first innings.
Connor 3-45
SMH 12 Apr 1937
SYDNEY CHURCH OF ENGLAND GRAMMAR SCHOOL V ST. IGNATIUS' COLLEGE. Commenced at Riverview.
Connor, b Finn, 1;
Connor 4-37,
SMH 19 Apr 1937
SYDNEY CHURCH OF ENGLAND GRAMMAR SCHOOL V ST IGNATIUS COLLEGE
Concluded at Riverview, Sydney Church of England Grammar School winning outright by 70 runs
G Connor not out 1
Connor 2-8
SMH 12 Apr 1937
GPS CRICKET. HALF SEASON AVERAGES
G. Connor (SCEGS) O 226; W 21; Inn 7; Av 10.76 (third)
SMH 15 Jun 1937
SCEGS PLAYS WELL
Sydney Church of England Grammar School's first grade team played splendidly to beat St. Paul’s College (University) by 31 points to five at the schools oval, Northbridge yesterday. Teamwork enabled the school side to penetrate the defence of the opposition repeatedly. Travers Sydney Church at England Grammar Schools five eighth scored three tries by hard running and Connor the inside centre scored two tries. The outstanding player in the school team was the speedy wing three-quarter Symes. This player showed rare speed and tricky swerve which enabled him to score two tries and his sure tackling and positional play were a lesson to his colleagues. Robinson converted four of the tries and Travers one. For St Paul's, Armati scored a try which Nicholson converted.
SMH 3 Jul 1937
GPS FOOTBALL
Sydney Church of England Grammar School appears to be St. Joseph's closest rival. B. Travers, D. Robinson, P. Connor, D. Finley, and J. Farram, of last year's team, are playing again. Of newcomers. R. Symes, on the wing, and W. Barnes, forward, have distinct ability. The forwards' play has been a feature of practice matches.
SMH 24 Jul 1937
G.P.S. RUGBY UNION. CHANGES IN TEAMS.
Sydney Church of England Grammar School has made a number of alterations. G Connor from inner centre will replace P Way injured at full back. Connor has had plenty of experience in the position which he occupied in last year. .............................. The team will play the premiers St Joseph's College at North bridge. The premiers' team is unchanged and should win, although Sydney Church of England Grammar School is capable of a strong effort.
SMH 16 Aug 1937
COMBINED TEAMS.
GREAT PUBLIC SCHOOLS. EIGHT ST. JOSEPH'S BOYS IN FIRST SIDE.
St. Joseph's College on Saturday finished the Great Public Schools Rugby Union competition unbeaten, for the third successive season, and its outstanding success was reflected in the selection of eight of its players in the All Schools' first team to meet the Royal Military College next Saturday. The college's three quarter line was preserved intact for the combined team..................................
Second and third All Schools' teams were also chosen. They are:
Second team (to play Hawkesbury Agricultural College) : Full-back. G. Connor (S.C.E.G.S.): ......................
SMH 31 Aug 1937
SCHOOLS' SPORTS. SYDNEY C. OF E. GRAMMAR SCHOOL.
One record was established and one equalled in the annual track and field championships of the Sydney Church of England Grammar School at Northbridge yesterday. P. W. Davies increased the distance of the under 16 years 8lb. shot putt to 41ft 9½in. F. A. Epion equalled the 100yds. figures of 10 4-5s. in that class and also won the 2.0yds. championship.
Open championships - Running Broad Jump; J C Fitzherbert 18ft 9' 1/2in, 1; J D Dill 2; G B Connor 3. Putting 12lb shot; B H Travers 38ft 4in, 1; G B Connor 2; C P Tom 3; House 440vds relay
SMH 18 Oct 1937
GPS CRICKET. SYDNEY HIGH SCHOOL v SYDNEY CHURCH OF ENGLAND GRAMMAR SCHOOL At Centennial Park
G Connor c Walsh b Skinner 2
Connor c Walsh b Hughes 3
Connor 1-21 Magee 1-15
SMH 25 Oct 1937
G.P.S. CRICKET. St. Ignatius's Recovery. TRAVERS' CENTURY.
At the conclusion of the fifth round of the Great Public Schools cricket competition, St Josephs is 12 points ahead of the next school Sydney Church of England Grammar School.
SYDNEY CHURCH OF ENGLAND GRAMMAR SCHOOL v SYDNEY HIGH SCHOOL
Concluded at Centennial Park Sydney Church of England Grammar School winning outright by 141 runs
G Connor c Walsh b Hushes 3;
Connor 2-29;
SMH 1 Nov 1937
G.P.S. CRICKET. LEADERS FACING DEFEAT.
Sydney High School's Failure.
Sydney church of England Grammar School Improved Its Great Public Schools cricket premiership prospects by its performance on the first day's play on Saturday of the second last round of competition matches. It dismissed St Joseph's College, the leaders, for 139 and at stumps had scored 310 for three wickets. P Way (five for 39) and G Connor (three for 15) proved a destructive bowling combination for St Joseph s College. The Sydney Church of England batsmen attacked the bowling from the start B Travers narrowly missed his second successive century J Wearne scored 85 not out.
SMH 15 Nov 1937
G.P.S. CRICKET. St. Joseph's Likely Premiers.
THE KINGS SCHOOI v SYDNEY CHURCH OF ENGLAND GRAMMAR SCHOOL At Parramatta
G Connor 0
Connor 1-44
SMH 22 Nov 1937
G.P.S. CRICKET. St. Joseph's Premiers.
THE KING'S SCHOOL V SYDNEY CHURCH OF ENGLAND GRAMMAR. SCHOOL.
At Parramatta, The King's School winning outright by an innings and 84 runs.
G. Connor 8,
SMH 8 Jan 1938
SCHOOLS' WEEK CRICKET.
BIG ENTRY RECEIVED.
The annual School Week cricket conducted by the New South Wales Cricket Association will begin at the Association's ground North Brighton on Monday and will be held on each succeeding day till Friday inclusive.
C TEAM G B Connor (SCEGS), .................................................
SMH 11 Jan 1938
CRICKET.
G.P.S. COACHING WEEK. LOW SCORING ON FIRST DAY.
C Team:....... G. Connor. Not out. 7;
SMH 12 Jan 1938
CRICKET. SCHOOLS’ WEEK MATCHES.
E team beat C team by 51 runs
G Connor 0 .............. G Connor 0
Connor 1-20 ................ Connor 3-16
SMH 14 Jan 1938
LEAVING CERTIFICATE RESULTS. METROPOLITAN BOYS.
Connor George Boyd; Maths I A, Maths II B, Mechanics B, Physics L
SMH 15 Jan 1938
CRICKET. SCHOOLS WEEK. COMPLETION OF PLAY.
The annual Schools Week cricket was concluded at North Brighton yesterday. hews 1 6)
C TEAM BEAT A TEAM BY 30 RUNS
Connor 4
SMH 21 Mar 1938
G.P.S. CRICKET.
SYDNEY CHURCH OF ENGL AND GRAMMAR SCHOOL v ST IGNATIUS COLLEGE Commenced at Northbridge
Connor one for 23. ................Connor none for 25 .............G Connor not out 9;
SMH 28 Mar 1938
SYDNEY CHURCH OF ENGLAND GRAMMAR SCHOOL v ST IGNATIUS COLLEGE
Concluded at Northbridge St Ignatius College winning outright by six runs.
G Connor 28 .....................Connor one for 50
SMH 11 Apr 1938
G.P.S. CRICKET.
SYDNEY CHURCH OF ENGLAND GRAMMAR SCHOOL x SYDNEY HIGH SCHOOL
Concluded at Northbridge, Sydney High School winning outright by eight wickets.
Connor none for 3; ....................G Connor 73;
SMH 5 May 1938
S.C.E.G.S. v. OLD BOYS.
In the annual match at Northbridge between the Sydney Church of England Grammar School and Old Boys yesterday, Old Boys won by 10 points to 9. A penalty by G. Connor gave the school a lead in the first few minutes, but J. Burns soon equalised for the Old Boys with a try. Another fine penalty by Connor gave the school a half- time lead. Playing with the wind in the second half, the Old Boys, mainly through individual efforts, especially by Burns, added four tries. Connor, in the best piece of play of the day, made a fine 60 yards dash for a try- the school's only score in the half. H. Vincent, the Drummoyne five-eighth, was prominent in the backs for the Old Boys, while Connor was outstanding for the school. Old Boys 15 (Burns four and Ayers tries), beat School, 9 (Connor a try and two penalty goals.)
SMH 13 Jun 1938
G.P.S. RUGBY MATCHES.
Sydney Church of England Grammar School 11 (Wiseman and Geddes tries. Connor converted one and kicked a penalty goal) beat St Ignatius College nil.
SMH 20 Jun 1938
G.P.S. RUGBY.
St. Joseph's Beaten in Practice Match.
St. Joseph's College Rugby team was beaten for the first time in practice or competitive game since 1934 by Sydney Church of England Grammar School in a practice match at Northbridge on Saturday. The Church of England Grammar School played splendidly superior forward play and varied tactics being factors in its success. G Connor's change from full-back to five-eighth when St Joseph's led by 13 points to 11 proved the turning point in the match. Church of England Grammar School launched two attacks to every one of St. Joseph's, tackled better and rattled a team accustomed to winning. Sydney Church of England Grammar School 20 (Connor two, Leitch and Nathan scored tries; Connor converted two and kicked a field goal) beat St Joseph's College 13 (B Ryan scored two and Carrick scored tries, Byrnes and Everitt converted one each.
SMH 2 Jul 1938
G.P.S. COMPETITION. OPENING MATCHES TO-DAY.
Sydney Church of England Grammar School's premiership prospects are bright. Its victories against St. Joseph's College and The King's School indicated that the school has a backline that can attack. A. Barnes and W. Alexander, centres, have proved successful. G. Connor, who played an outstanding part in beating St. Joseph's College in the practice match, will be full-back. G Nathan, winger and J. Leitch, forward, will be playing again. The forwards are good, and the team appears the best balanced in the competition.
SMH 4 Jul 1938
G.P.S. RUGBY
Sydney Church of England Grammar School 10 (W Alexander and B Wileman tries, G. Connor converted both) boat Scots College 8 (M Nicholls a try P May converted and G See kicked a penalty goal)
SMH 11 Jul 1938
G.P.S. RUGBY. TWO TEAM'S UNBEATEN. G. CONNOR'S SCORING.
Sydney Church of England Grammar School beat Newington College at Northbridge. G Connor was outstanding scoring two tries from the full back position and kicking two fine penalty goals and converting one of his own tries, 14 points out of the 17 scored by his team. His two tries were made possible by excellent teamwork and his centres made the overlap to give him the run through. The Church of England Grammar School forwards held and gradually wore down the heavier Newington College pack of whom W. Miles, I. Potts and W. Stanley were outstanding. The Newington College backs lacked their dash, O Kennerson at full back being the best of them. The Sydney Church of England Grammar School backs sharpened their attack and consolidated the forwards' excellent work.
SMH 18 Jul 1938
G.P.S. RUGBY. ST. JOSEPH'S GREAT WIN.
B. Ryan's Four Tries.
St Joseph's College won one of the best matches seen in Great Public Schools foot- ball for many years, beating Sydney Church of England Grammar School at Hunter's Hill on Saturday. The win practically assures St Joseph's College which is now the only team unbeaten of its fourth successive premiership without defeat.
The greatest factor in St Josephs Colleges success was complete balance between forwards and backs which this year had been lacking through weakness in the connecting link of the halves. W Renshaw and F Byrne, five-eighth and half-back combined excellently and cleared the bill quickly from the scrums and line-outs for the first time this season. D Carrick employed fully his great attacking power. Free from the care of nursing his halves and outside centre-W Ryan proved a 'find' in O'Carroll's place-Carrick took risks with great effect. He was ably supported by W Ryan at outside-centre and a brilliant winger, B Ryan finished the movements. The winger scored the four tries of his team.
Sydney Church of England Grammar School missed K Little at half-back. His substitute on Saturday, N Lambell played well but did not have the understanding with the five eighth, B Wileman, that Lyttle had. This slowed up the Church of England Grammar School attack and as A Barnes at inside centre was patchy, the St Joseph's Collette breakaways broke up several promising movements of Sydney Church of England Grammar School's backs.
After an easy penalty goal by F Byrne, quick passing from the St Josephs inside players allowed W Ryan to cut through and send his brother over for a try. G Connor replied with a penalty goal for Sydney Church of England Grammar School. Carrick then cut through brilliantly for B Ryan to score his second try. Another sweeping move by the whole St Josephs College back line ended in Ryan crossing again. Sydney Church of England Grammar School rallied, and J Leitch scored after G Connor had kicked another penalty goal making the half-time scores 12 points to nine in St Josephs College's favour.
Another penalty goal by Connor levelled the scores shortly after the start of the second half but Byrne regained the lead for St Josephs College with a similar goal and then St Josephs College scored a memorable try. Picking up from a breaking scrum Deery moved ahead in his own twenty-five and reverse-passing to Carrick, the pair worked the scissors move perfectly. the opposition was left standing, and racing downfield Carrick threw a long pass for Ryan to score his fourth try which Byrne converted. This try was the turning point in the match and despite desperate efforts by the Sydney Church of England Grammar School forwards, the team could not score. Carrick put the result beyond doubt with a field goal.
G Connor was outstanding at full back for Sydney Church of England Grammar School.
SMH 23 Jul 1938
G.P.S. RUGBY. S.C.E.G.S.'s EASY WIN.
Sydney Church of England Grammar School had a very easy win against Sydney Grammar School in their fourth round match at Weigall Memorial Ground.
Sydney Church of England Grammar School 26 (G Connor two G Nathan two and Lambell tries connor kicked three penalty goals and I. Dunsmore converted one try) beat Sydney Grammar School 3 (J. North a try).
SMH 1 Aug 1938
G.P.S. RUGBY
Sydney Church of England Grammar School, 8 (J. Nathan, a try; G. Connor converted and kicked a penalty goal) beat Sydney High School, 0 (F. Knaas a try; L. Wieland kicked a penalty goal).
SMH 8 Aug 1938
G.P.S. RUGBY.
ST. JOSEPH'S PREMIERS. NEWINGTON'S GOOD FORWARDS.
St Ignatius College maintained its reputation for surprises by beating Sydney Church of England Grammar School at Northbridge. The first half was even but both sets of forwards were inclined to hang offside, and penalties slowed up the game. A penalty goal to each team was the only scoring in the first half. In the second half St Ignatius College backs made some nice movements, and added four tries, two of which McManis converted. Sydney Church of England Grammar School scored two tries from combined movements. G Connor scored the 14 points for Sydney Church of England Grammar School.
S Ignatius college,19 (B O Neill two, J Finn and W Dawes tries K. McManlS converted two and kicked a penalty goal) beat Sydney Church of England Grammar School 14 (G Connor two tries two penalty goals and one converted goal).
SMH 13 Aug 1938
G.P.S. RUGBY. All Schools' Teams.
The following team has been selected to represent All Schools against R M C Duntroon on August 20 -
Full back G See (Scots College) three quarters G Connor (S C E G S), W Ryan (S J C ) D Carrick (S J C) B Ryan (S J C) five eighth D Wall (TKS) halfback P Byrne (SJC) forwards K Coleman (SHS) W Barnes (SCEGS) F Giblin (SIC) M Stanley (NC) T Deiry (SJC) M Miles, (N C) P Turner (S G S) F Carlisle (S C )
SMH 18 Aug 1938
G.P.S. RUGBY.
For the fourth successive season St Josephs College scored more than 200 points in the Great Pubilc School Rugby competition. A feature of the players' point score was the performance of G Connor of Sydney Church of England Grammar School who scored 73 points including eight tries - a remarkable performance for a full-back.
Won Lost For Agst Pts
St Joseph's College 7 0 201 39 14
Sydney C of E Grammar School 5 2 103 88 10
The Scots College 5 2 83 75 10
Newington College 4 3 101 73 8
Sydney Grammar School 3 4 61 143 6
St Ignatius College 3 4 86 91 6
The Kings School 1 6 52 80 2
Sydney High School 1 6 43 149 2
Point scorers G Connor (SCEGS) 73, D Carrick (SJC) 49, P Byrne (SJC) 48, B Ryan (SJC) 45, M Miles (N C ) 39, D Wall (TKS) 33, G See (TSC) 31, J Finn (SIC) 26, O Kennerson (N C ) 19, A Mahboub (SJC) 19, C Sefton (SGS) 18, F Kaad (SHS) 18, M de Saxe (SGS) 16.
SMH 22 Aug 1938
G.P.S. TEAMS. Annual Combined Matches.
MILITARY COLLEGE BEATEN.
The Great Public Schools combined Rugby Union fifteen beat the Royal Military College Duntroon at the Weigall Memorial Ground on Saturday by 23 points to 16. The match was watched by about 3000 people who were provided with some excellent football.
Although the All Schools team played against the wind in the first half and the ground was heavy, it commenced with a great burst. Winning the ball from scrums and rucks, the three-quarters started passing rushes which ended in tries. Aided by the goal kicking of Connor, the Schools ran up a lead of 21 points to nil. The Military College team had been unable to settle down.
The Military College forwards, who were a good even pack, played with greater fire in the second half and rattled the All Schools' forwards who seemed to have eased down with the wind in their favour. The Military College backs combined better, and through good work by C. M. Pearson, half back, F. G. Hassett wing three-quarter and C J Miles centre, a tally of points was scored. I. M. Murray, a hard working forward, added several nice goals, and the margin was reduced to 21 points to 16 in favour of the Schools. It seemed that the Military College might be able to snatch a victory after it had seemed well beaten, but a good try by Connor, after Car rick had penetrated the defence, put the result beyond doubt. The Schools team revived and attacked strongly at the end.
A big factor in favour of the All Schools team was the combination of the backs. The St Joseph's boys, F. Byrne half-back, D Carrick and W. Ryan centres, and b Ryan winger, were mainly responsible for this, having gained good understanding in the School's competition. D Wall Kings School, who was the five eighth was a good connecting link and he made a few good runs. He was content mainly to pass the ball on and he gave Carrick plenty of chances when the ball came his way in good time. F Byrne half back passed very well and gave a good all round display. W Ryan and B Ryan showed speed and real football ability. W Ryan the centre had some handling lapses which marred his play. B Ryan the winger was a resolute runner.
CONNOR'S GRAND KICKING
Rarely has better kicking been seen from a schoolboy than that of G Connor. He opened the scoring for his team with a penalty goal and then converted two tries with magnificent kicks from the sideline. He was kicking across a strong wind with a heavy ball. He later scored two tries one of which he converted and he kicked another penalty goal. Although playing out of position on the wing - he has been playing at full back- he gave a great display. He has speed and weight and is an excellent handler and tackler.
W Barnes the Shore breakaway was an outstanding forward, and so was M. Miles, the big Newington College front row man. It was hard to discriminate among the School forwards. They all did their work well. The Royal Military College was handicapped by the absence of five or six of their usual players who were barred by the age limit of 21. This probably accounted for the fact that the team did not settle down until the second half when the backs combined and the forwards played tightly and rucked vigorously. I. Murray, whose kicking was overshadowed only by that of Connor, was one of the best forwards.
C. M. Pearson was a heady full-back. He passed well and made some good runs, scoring one try. Miles was a hard running centre, and Hassett on the wing, was a hard man to stop when he got into his stride.
Scores. All Schools (G. Connor two, B Ryan G See tries; G Connor kicked two penalty goals and three goals). Royal Military College (C Pearson F Hassett tries, I. Murray kicked two penalty goals and two goals).
SMH 22 Aug 1938
D. CARRICK. FINE RUGBY PLAYER.
"Champion in Making"
LIKELY FOR ENGLISH TOUR.
Polished and intelligent play by D. Carrick, the St. Joseph's College centre three-quarter, was one of the features of the annual Rugby Union match between the Great Public Schools Combined Fifteen and the Royal Military College, Duntroon, at the Weigall Memorial Ground on Saturday.
G. Connor, the Shore full-back, who was played on the wing for the schools' team, was another outstanding player. He scored l8 of his team's 24 points-two tries, two penalty goals, and three goals. Connor's kicking was grand.
Carrick showed that he is a champion in the making. Every time he received the ball he made ground with sharp, penetrating runs, a feature that has been absent from the play of most of the club centre-three-quarters this season. Carrick handled beautifully, and timed his passes well to his outside centre. He showed intelligence in scenting openings, and was quick to pick up passes dropped by the opposition backs.
The New South Wales members of the Australian Rugby Union selection committee were present at the match to see Carrick, who has been spoken of as a possibility for the tour of Great Britain next year with the Australian side. Carrick should win his way into the touring side. He has physique, and should improve tremendously in first-class company. Carrick's tackling was good, although he made one bad miss. He showed one fault. When a mistake was made by his side he was not quick enough to get back into position. The fault has probably developed through playing continuously with a winning side, and could be eliminated easily.
In addition to Carrick and Connor, there were several other fine footballers in the making in the All Schools' team. A. See, the full-back from Scots' College, was excellent. He fielded and kicked with great judgment, and was not bustled under pressure. W. Barnes (Shore), M. Miles (Newington), E. Giblin (St. Ignatius'), M. Stanley (Newington), J. Decry (St. Joseph's), and F. Carlisle (Scots), were all sound forwards, with physique and ability.
SMH 21 Sep 1938
G.P.S. SHOOTING. EXCITING CONTEST. TEAMS TIE FOR SHIELD.
Sydney Church of England Grammar School tied with The Scots College, in an exciting finish, for the National Rifle Association's Shield, on the first day of the annual Great Public Schools matches at the Long Bay Range yesterday.
THE SCORES. N R A SHIELD (teams of 8 each 10 shots at 500 yards)
SYDNEY CHURCH OF ENGLAND GRAMMAR SCHOOL W Robins 47 T Robertson 43 D Robertson 43 W Barnes 41 G Connor 43 D Williams. 47 H Hordern 45 J Lyell 48
SMH 22 Sep 1938
G.P.S. SHOOTING. TWO SCHOOLS TIE.
Scots College and Sydney Church of England Grammar who tied for the NRA Shield on Tuesday each won a match on the last day of the Great Public Schools rifle shooting competition yesterday at Long Bay Range and thus became joint premiers.
RAWSON CUP (7 shots at 300 and 500 yards)
Sydney Church of England Grammar School - W Robins 30 33-63 T Robertson 31 30-61 G Robertson 26 29-55 W Barnes 30 29-59 G Connor 30 31-61 D Williams 34 33-67 H Hordern 32 32-64 J Lyell 30 32-62; 243 249-492.
BUCHANAN SHIELD (10 shots rapid at 200 and eight snap at 400)
Sydney Church of England Grammar School: W Robins 26 24-50, T Robertson 26 24-50, G Robertson 24 24-48, W Barnes 25 24-49, G Connor 22 28-50, R Tindal 28 8-36, H Horden 21 28- 49, J Lyell 24 32-56, Range totals 196 192-388.
SMH 24 Sep 1938
ATHLETICS. S.C.E.G.S. Meeting. ADVERSE CONDITIONS.
Despite continuous rain throughout the afternoon Sydney Church of England Grammar School completed the bulk of Its programme at Its annual athletic meeting. The performances considering the conditions were fair but give little indication as to the school s chances In the forthcoming All Schools meeting. Such events as were not run yesterday will be held at convenient times next week
Senior championships-440yds G J Yulll 55s 1, G B Connor 2 F A Epton 3:
SMH 24 Oct 1938
G.P.S. CRICKET.
ST JOSEPHS COLLEGE v SYDNEY CHURCH OF ENGLAND GRAMMAR SCHOOL Concluded at Hunter s Hill St Joseph’s College winning outright by 94 runs
G Connor one for 31; ............... G Connor 15;..............
SMH 31 Oct 1938
G.P.S. CRICKET.
THE KING'S SCHOOL v SYDNEY CHURCH OF ENGLAND GRAMMAR SCHOOL. Commenced at Northbridge.
G. Connor, 0; ................... Connor, none for 30;
SMH 7 Nov 1938
G.P.S. CRICKET.
THE KING'S SCHOOL V SYDNEY CHURCH OF ENGLAND GRAMMAR SCHOOL. Concluded at Northbridge, The King's School winning outright by five wickets.
G. Connor, o; .......................... Connor, two for 13.
SMH 14 Nov 1938
G.P.S. CRICKET.
SYDNEY GRAMMER SCHOOL V SYDNEY CHURCH OF ENGLAND GRAMMAR SCHOOL. Commenced at Weigall Memorial Ground.
Connor, three for 14; .................. G. Connor, 2;
SMH 21 Nov 1938
G.P.S. CRICKET.
SYDNEY HIGH SCHOOL PREMIERS. UNBEATEN DURING SEASON.
SYDNEY GRAMMAR SCHOOL V SYDNEY CHURCH OF ENGLAND GRAMMAR SCHOOL Concluded at Weigall Memorial Ground Sidney Church of England Grammar School winning out right by four wickets
Connor one for 37 ................... G Connor not out 3
SMH 16 Dec 1938
The Chancellor of the University, M. Justice Halse Rogers (right), presenting the Brian Pockley Memorial Prize to B. P. Jay (left) and G. B. Connor at the Sydney Church of England Grammar School Speech Day yesterday. Before the microphone is Mr. C. S. Tiley, housemaster of Robson House.
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SMH 20 Dec 1938
G.P.S. Coaching Week. SIX TEAMS IN COMPETITION.
G Connor 36
SMH 23 Dec 1938
G.P.S. CRICKET.
G. Connor 58,
SMH 13 Jan 1939
MATRICULATION EXAMINATION.
Connor, George Boyd: English B; French B, Maths I A, Maths II A, Mechanics B, Physics B, Economics B
SMH 16 Jan 1939
The first loc H boys camp to be held in New South Wales at which boys from the great Public schools and factories are under canvas together began at Camden on Saturday. Top: N. Cardiff (Akubra hat mills), G. Oaten (Lysaght's, Newcastle), Mr. H. Sloan (camp chief), G. Connor and M. Helsham (Sydney Church of England Grammar School). Below: A rush for the river to escape the heat after unpacking.,
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SMH 28 Feb 1939
UNIVERSITY CRICKET. Club's Surplus of Players.
The University Cricket Club committee unanimously decided at its last meeting to ask the New South Wales Cricket Association for permission to enter a fifth team in the municipal and shire competition next season. The club has a surplus or players anxious to take part in competition cricket. ................. Players just arrived from schools who have already appeared at cricket practice include R Dunlop (Cranbrook) G Connor (SCEGS) and F Trench (Trinity)
SMH 28 Mar 1939
RUGBY UNION.
University Club Recruits.
The Sydney University Rugby Union Club has secured a number of new members, and officials are looking forward to the approaching season with confidence. At the trial matches on Saturday newcomers to show to advantage were G. Connor (ex Sydney Church of England Grammar School), G Wansey (ex Manly), P J Minnett, B Veech (Bathurst), R M. Gibson, all backs, and W. Mills and M. R Stanley (ex Newington College), forwards. Mills is a New Zealander.
SMH 17 Apr 1939
RUGBY UNION.
Final Practices. Rugby Union players who are to begin their premiership competition next Saturday engaged in the final round of official practice matches on Saturday.
University 11 (B Travers E Hutchison A Hutchinson tries, Connor converted one) beat Parramatta 6 (K Peatty two penalty goals) at Parramatta.
...............Connor the full back formerly of Shore gave promise in the position. It is probable he will retain it for Leggett has decided not to play this season with University, although he had engaged in a previous trial.
SMH 24 Apr 1939
RUGBY UNION. FIRST GRADE
Eastern Suburbs 20 (Cerutti Smith Blyth and Rowntree tries Rowntree converted one and kicked a penalty goal Allen a penalty goal) beat University 13 (P Hardcastle and Newman tries Conner converted both and kicked a penalty goal) at University Oval.
Fine work by the Hutchinson brothers enabled University to get the ball frequently from line outs. In the first half Oxenham was smart as breakaway and always did his share as a scrummager before he attempted harassing tactics with the visitors backs. The scrum was weakened in the second half when Oxenham was transferred to the backs. B H Travers at five eighth worried the Eastern Suburbs backs and Connor (full back) kicked well, but few concerted movements were possible. Wansey injured a knee in the second half and after treatment limped from the field.
SMH 1 May 1939
RUGBY UNION
University 14 (Minett R Hutchinson Fuller Whitton tries Connor a goal) beat Parramatta 10 (Jones Martin tries E Peatty two goals) at University Oval
SMH 8 May 1939
RUGBY LEADER RANDWICK ALONE ON TOP.
IMPRESSIVE DISPLAY IN SLUSH.
Randwick is now sole leader in the Rugby Union premiership competition, in the fourth round, on Saturday, Randwick beat University at Coogee Oval by 10 points to 8; but Eastern Suburbs, which had shared the lead with Randwick, was held to a three-all draw by Parramatta at Parramatta Oval.
Randwick, which had led at half time by 10 points to 3, deserved the win over University. The forwards were superior in important phases of play on a bad ground, the centre of which was inches deep in slush. A more important factor, however, was the better handling of the greasy ball by the Randwick backs. V. Richards, International five-eighth, was outstanding. If there was any need for this versatile player to enhance his claims to a position in the Australian team to tour Great Britain, he did so on Saturday, with "English conditions" prevailing.
Richards was surprisingly nimble on the treacherous turf, and at times he dribbled the ball as well as the forwards did. He defended well, and his play throughout was marked by keen Judgment When he scored Randwick's first try this was especially noticeable. The University full-back, Connor, failed to take cleanly a low kick, and before he could re- cover the ball, Richards dashed through. Most of his colleagues under similar conditions had been attempting to pick up the elusive ball, but Richards toed it on, and followed it across the line.
TOWERS AND WINDON OUT.
Randwick was without two of the best players -Towers, who was suffering from Influenza, and Windon, who was troubled with a bad arm. Next to Richards, the test full-back, Rankin, was best of the Randwick backs. Stone played pluckily at half-back and supported Richards well. The centres, Shirley and Silk, were sound; Porter was the better of the wingers, though, In his efforts to outflank opponents, he allows himself to be forced back towards his own goal.
Randwick's forwards were superior in the scrums, and were also better in dribbling rushes; but the University forwards were splendid at screwing the scrums and often took the ball away at their toes. Ramsay, Howlett, and O'Connor, of Randwick, were splendid all round
HUTCHINSONS PLAY WELL.
The brothers, F. and E. Hutchinson, and Watt, who took the place of W. Travers, were the best of the University forwards. Frank Hutchinson was ordered from the field in the second half for alleged punching. Connor played well at full-back, but none of the other backs was consistently prominent. They had few chances.
H. Crow, the former St. George player, with a very lengthy record in the forwards, was considered by some to be rather too drastic in ordering Frank Hutchinson, University forward, from the field in the second half; but he explained later that he had given a warning to both sides after individual cautions. Early Randwick was inclined to mingle Marquis of Queensbury rules with those of the Rugby Union, and a Randwick back appeared peeved when tackled, but these lapses were not persistent, and the game generally could hardly be considered rough.
When he left the field Hutchinson joined the spectators lined up just outside the boundary. He re-crossed the dividing rope and called out, "Come on, Varsity." The referee then insisted on his leaving the arena entirely. He was applauded on reaching the stand enclosure. He showed signs of having received some punishment.
SMH 11 May 1939
RUGBY UNION. OLD BOYS BEAT S.C.E.G.S.
After leading for the first three-quarters of the match Sydney Church of England Grammar School was beaten by Old Boys by 16 points to 8 in the annual Rugby Union match at North- bridge, yesterday..................................................
School II 6 (Clarke a try Haley a penalty goal) beat Old Boys II 5 (Angus a try, Connor converted)
SMH 22 May 1939
RUGBY UNION.
Northern Suburbs 20 (Jackson three and Murphy tries Tindale converted one and kicked a penalty goal Groves a penalty goal) beat University 11 (Fuller and Oxenham tries Connor converted one and kicked a penalty goal) at North Sydney Oval.
SMH 5 Jun 1939
RUGBY UNION.
University, 31 (F. Hardcastle two, E. Hutchinson McCluskey, and Wansey tries, Dening converted five and kicked a penalty goal, Connor a penalty goal, beat Western Suburbs, 20 (Cummins, Mitchell, and Vincent tries; T. C. Barnes converted one and kicked three penalty goals), at Concord Oval.
SMH 17 Jul 1939
RUGBY UNION.
Parramatta 14 (Andrews and Lehmann tries Watson converted one and kicked two penalty goals) beat University 6 (McClosky and Minnett tries) at Parramatta Oval.
In a hard but unspectacular match, Parramatta beat University by 14 points to 6 at Parramatta Oval. Aided by numerous penalties, Parramatta held the visiting team in the first half, and gained the lead shortly after the resumption, when Andrews scored and Watson kicked the goal. Any doubts as to the result vanished when Lehman charged down a kick by the full-back, Connor, and gathering quickly, dived over as the bell rang.
Open movements were few, as the teams were playing tightly and keeping well up on opponents. When in possession, however, the university back line, though weakened by Walsh's absence, appeared the more effective, both Wansey and Hard castle being prominent. Martin and Andrews played shrewdly and gained considerable ground with deft "grubber" kicks.
The Parramatta forwards held together well and aided their team to victory by their forcing tactics and better stamina. They monopolised the ball from the line-outs and outplayed their less virile opponents. Lehmann, Watson, and Minter played soundly and vigorously, but the passing by Parramatta was erratic and wild.
SMH 24 Jul 1939
RUGBY UNION
University 27 (Wansey two McClosky two Fuller Paul and Walsh tries Dening converted 3) beat Randwick 18 (Gray-Spence two O Sullivan two tries Stone converted two Towers one) at University Oval.
SPLENDID VICTORY
Inspired play by University in the second half of the match at University Oval brought about the downfall of Randwick. The victory was clearcut-27 points to 18. Considering the fact that two University men sustained injuries in the first half and had to be replaced the win was most meritorious.
Randwick held a lead at the Interval by 10 points to 8 and had been the more impressive during the opening half. Speedy, combined work by the backs supported by good collective work by the forwards established territorial advantages. University however kept within striking distance with tries by Wansey and Fuller and a goal by Dening. These tries were the outcome of individual efforts. University backs during this period had hesitated to run far with the ball but it was a different story later.
The loss of the captain F Hutchinson (lock forward) and Connor (full-back) had had a dampening effect. They were injured when striving to stop a Randwick attack which culminated in O'Sullivan's first try. When that player had completed the movement, Hutchinson with his face streaming with blood from a sprig cut on the head and Connor were stretched out on the field. Connor had sustained concussion. Watts and B Travers both of whom had played in the earlier game filled the vacancies. The injured players were removed to hospital. Hutchinson returned to the ground after his wound had been stitched.
University began the second half in fine style and the score was rapidly carried from a deficit of two points to a lead of six -16 points to 10. First Paul scored in the corner and then Wansey cut through for a try which Dening converted. McClosky terminated another strong rally with another try and Dening s goal established a lead of 21 points to 10. Randwick fought back with and tries by Gray-Spence and O'Sullivan and a
great kick for a conversion by Towers from near touch reduced the leeway to three points. However University came back with redoubled effort and secured two more tries
Great credit was due to the fine form displayed by University s half back Walsh. His clever side stepping repeatedly opened up channels to launch attacks. J Hardcastle who assumed the captaincy also proved sound and penetrating. McClosky and Wansey were often prominent. Wansey's determined bursts carried him across the line on two occasions. McClosky on the wing also gained two tries. The forwards all played soundly with Dening a robust figure. In the close exchanges Randwick's men displayed form in patches but inconsistency was rife. Badly directed and faulty- handled passes checked movements in the second half.
SMH 2 Dec 1939
UNIVERSITY BLUES.
The Sydney University Sports Union has announced the award of Blues for season 1939 to the following members of the Sydney University football club: G. Connor, H. Dening, T. Edmeades, J. Fuller, J. Hardcastle, P. Hardcastle, E. Hutchinson, P. Hutchinson, D. McCloskey, P. Minnett, A. Paul, B. Travers, K. Walsh, G. Wansey. E. Watt, W. Whitten.
SMH 22 Apr 1940
RUGBY SHOCK. PREMIER TEAM THRASHED.
Drummoyne's Big Win.
Outstanding feature in the opening round of the Rugby Union premiership competition on Saturday was the severe defeat of University, last season's premier team, by Drummoyne by 29 points to nine. It had been realised that University, having undergone a few changes from last year, might not have settled down but Drummoyne's superiority throughout surprised many of that team's close supporters.
ALWAYS ON TOP
Some University supporters were inclined to blame lack of condition for the team's defeat, but Drummoyne showed superiority from the outset. It led by eight points to three at half-time and five minutes after the resumption one of its breakaways, Burge was injured. With 14 players, Drummoyne added 21 points to six. The winners scored seven tries to three.
The hooking of Sharples contributed to University's defeat. He sent the ball to his half-back, Rodrick from 80 per cent of the scrums, University's backs had limited chances in attack. The sturdily built Rod- rick varied his play commendably
Drummoyne s new captain N Gilleland directed operations with sound judgment and gave good service at five-eighth. The centres K Gilleland and Miller, were prominent in attack and defence and over shadowed their opponents.
Elliott the left wing three-quarter gave an outstanding display. Young and well built, his speed and determination enabled him to score two tries and on other occasions he went close to scoring. The other winger, Fox played well, but was not as good as McCloskey who opposed him. Howse was reliable at full-back.
University s half-back and five-eighth, Walsh and Wansey tried hard, but were curbed by Drummoyne's breakaways. Allingham's defence was at times defective. McCloskey, last seasons biggest try scorer in first grade crossed for two fine tries and was the fastest player in the match. The other winger, Connor lacked speed. Hughes the full-back extricated his side from several difficult situations.
FORWARDS' WORK
Instead of University's forwards dominating the play, as was anticipated, Drummoyne's pack was always on top in every phase of play except line-outs. One of the best performers was Murphy, a fast breakaway and an effective tackler. Only 18 years of age he was a reserve glade player when an injury kept him out of last season's closing rounds. The other breakaway, Burge was prominent until his retirement. Four stitches were inserted in a wound on his forehead.
Miller and Barnett were the only University forwards who were as aggressive and effective as the opposing forwards. The Internationals E and F Hutchinson were below last season's form.
SMH 29 Apr 1940
RUGBY UNION
Eastern Suburbs 28 (Sefton two C Smith and Sampson tries, See converted two and kicked three penalty goals) beat University 19 (Wansey two I. Hardcastle and Fuller tries, Connor converted two and kicked a penalty goal) at University Oval.
SMH 30 Apr 1940
SHORE DRAWS WITH OLD BOYS
Shore played a draw 10 points each with Old Boys at Northbridge yesterday after a hard even match
The Old Boys fielded a strong team but were held by the school in both backs and forwards. Four tries were scored by each team, the school boys drawing level after being behind by eight points to five at half time. A Deamer and I Dunsmore, the school centres played excellently and started several good movements, two of which resulted in tries. G E Wansey G Connor and A Breverman were the best of Old Boys. For Shore, Dennes Smith Vincent and Wearne scored tries and Connor converted two. For Old Boys, Barnes G Connor Garret and Breveman scored tries and Connor converted two.
SMH 6 May 1940
RUGBY UNION
Manly 14 (Biddulph two and Marun tries, Hodgson converted one and kicked a penalty goal) beat University 9 (McCloskey two and Wansey tries) at Manly Oval.
The brilliant play by Biddulph tipped the scale for Manly against University. He played grand open football. J W and L Ryan played well on the wings for Manly, the latter having a great tussle with McCloskey. Hodgson and Martin were the best of the forwards, the others being somewhat wild.
Except for a ragged patch before half-time, University seemed the better team the greater part of the play being in Manly territory. The forwards predominated especially in the closing stages but faulty handling and tactics in the back-line and Biddulph s defence ended many promising moves. Connor failed with five and Rutledge with two comfortable penalty kicks. McCloskey Wansey Rutledge and Hughes played well in the backs. F. Hutchinson and the breakaways Rhydderch and Paul were the best of the forwards.
SMH 8 May 1940
RUGBY TEAMS. .
J. HARDCASTLE RETIRES.
P. Hardcastle, Rugby Union winger, who, after recovering from injury played with the University reserve grade team, has been promoted to first grade for the match against Northern Suburbs at North Sydney on Saturday. His brother, T. Hardcastle, will be missing from the centre. P. Hardcastle will replace G. Connor on the wing. [dropped to Reserve Grade]
SMH 26 Jun 1940
RUGBY UNION
TEAM PROBLEMS.
Most A.I.F. Players on Leave. Enlistments and injuries have again caused alterations in Rugby Union teams..
The majority of the players who are in the A.I.F. have leave, but officials of Northern Suburbs Club decided to postpone the selection of their team until Friday, when they will know if their soldier members are available.
University will be without D, Q. Hughes (full-back) and E. E. Hutchinson (lock forward), who are injured. G. B. Connor will fill the full-back position, and I. Potts has been included in the forwards as breakaway, M. F. Windsor moving from breakaway to lock. The backs have been strengthened by the return of the half- back, K. E. Walsh, who was prevented by an injury from playing last Saturday.
SMH 8 Jul 1940
RUGBY UNION
University 8 (Merchant and Connor tries Rutledge a goal) beat Parramatta 3 (Andrews a penalty goal) at Parramatta Oval.
SMH 26 Aug 1940
RUGBY UNION.
University 30 (Rutledge 2 Connor 2 and Wansey tries Connor three penalty and three converted goals) beat Parramatta 6 (Nankerville a try, Andrews a penalty goal) at University Oval.
SMH 29 Aug 1940
RUGBY UNION. TEAMS FOR SATURDAY'S FINALS.
RESERVE GRADE
University. Full-back G B Connor
SMH 2 Sep 1940
RUGBY UNION. MINOR GRADE RESULTS.
Manly led University by 11 to nil in the reserve grade grand final, but five minutes from the end of the match the score was Manly 16 University 11. There was great excitement as University attacked desperately but there was no further score.
Manly scored three tries to two tries, a penalty goal by Lanser giving it a winning margin. Except for occasional defective tackling, play was of a high standard. Several members of Manly's team were members of Manly Junior teams until recently.
The best players were: For Manly, Lanser, Kerle, Rudd and Ward (backs) Heaphy, Gaal, Roper and Cameron (forwards). For University Connor, Hardcastle and Lyttle (backs) Barder Morgan Potts and Mackay (forwards).
Scorers: Manly 16 (Kerle two tries; Lanser converted and kicked two penalty goals) beat University 11 (Barder and Wileman tries, Connor converted and kicked a penalty goal) at North Sydney Oval.
SMH 4 Jul 1941
A.I.F. LOSSES
Lists for Four States
Casualty lists were Issued yesterday for units from New South Wales, South Australia, Tasmania, and the Northern Territory.
They include the names of 12 men killed in action and six who have died. There are 25 wounded, including four who are also missing, and 63 missing.
The names of 17 prisoners of war are given also, and 54 are believed to be prisoners.
Lieutenant G. B. Connor, 21, infantry, reported missing, is the only son of Mr. and Mrs. G. S. N. Connor, of Roseville.
The Argus and SMH 12 Jul 1941
REPORTED MISSING BELIEVED WOUNDED
CONNOR G B Lieut Roseville Inf previously reported missing.
Barrier Miner and SMH 30 Aug 1941
Not Missing- Previously Reported
Missing, Believed Wounded Connor, G. B.. Lieut.. Roseville
SMH 1 Dec 1942
N.S.W. CASUALTY LISTS
Army and Air Force Casualty lists were issued yesterday for the Army and the Air Force. The Army list included the names of 44 men serving abroad and 51 in Australia. Of 32 men from New South Wales whose names appear in the Air Force list 22 were serving abroad and 11 in Australia and Australian territories.
WOUNDED IN ACTION
CONNOR, Lieut. G. B., Inf., Roseville.
SMH 20 Mar 1945
RUGBY UNION. UNIVERSITY
Indications point to an excellent season for University. A number of. combined GPS and combined High schools players will be available and there is an influx of ex-Servicemen. Among the ex-Servicemen are George Connor a former first grader and B Travers, who represented the State. Players from the first XV remaining are J Stenmark. M Bott N Newman D Keller F Carlisle E Barton P Johnson G Cummins B Piper W Curtis, and J McGlynn
Training commences to-night on St Johns College Oval which will be used for the first fortnight.
SMH 23 Mar 1945
UNIVERSITY
With 10 of last season's team available, University will be further strengthened by a number of Servicemen. Chief among these will be B. Travers (five-eighth) and G. Connor (centre three-quarter). The club hopes to have the Services of a Canterbury Provinces (New Zealand) hooker, A. Green, later in the season. Green's studies will prevent him playing for some time.
Trials will be held on Wednesday, April 4. The club will hold its annual meeting to-night at 7.30.
SMH 16 Apr 1945
New Players Win Way Into Rugby Union Teams
Many young and new faces will be seen in the opening round of the Rugby Union competition on Saturday.
University has two heavy centre three-quarters in E. Barton and G. Connor. Both were preferred to the maori, W. Tepunga, who is on the light side.
SMH 28 Apr 1945
Unbeaten Sides Meet in Union Games
University and Manly, St. George and Drummoyne- four of the unbeaten teams- meet in the second round of the Rugby Union competition to-day.
University gave a good display of team-work, in beating Northern Suburbs. [G.Connor selected for University]
SMH 30 Apr 1945
University and Manly had a grand tussle at University Oval, the game ending under peculiar circumstances.
Trailing University 13-8 until a minute before time, the Manly backs, in one of their two concerted moves, sent E. T. Biddulph across for a try near the posts. Biddulph had to kick the goal to make the scores level, but G. Connor (University) charged the ball before Biddulph attempted to kick lt. Referee L. C. Tomalin evidently considered the charge legitimate, though the holder of the ball. S. Blyth, and Biddulph were positive that the ball had never touched the ground. Biddulph said he did not attempt to kick the ball as it was not on the ground, and he expected the referee to disallow the charge. Referee Tomalin would not comment.
SMH 7 May 1945
THIRD ROUND
University, 17 (E. Barton, B. O'Neill, J. Stenmark. P. Johnson, G. Connor tries,. B. Piper a goal) beat Drummoyne, 9 (Jamieson 2 penalty seals, D. McCloskey a try).
SMH 15 May 1945
University selectors have dropped the breakaway. E. Bott, for the second time this season, preferring N. Newman.
Bott gave an outstanding display in attack against Parramatta, and his pace and anticipation paved the way for a couple of tries. He is always with the play, and is possibly the best scoring forward in the game at the present time. Newman is superior to Bott in defence, being a very hard tackler.
W. Curtis, who scored two excellent tries against Parramatta, has been shifted from the wing to inside centre three-quarter. He played in that position when at school, and is fast and elusive enough to make openings for his wingers. G. Connor will take Curtis's place on the wing. He is a strong, tricky runner, though not as fast as Curtis.
SMH 24 May 1945
QUEENSLAND BEATEN BY ONE POINT
Inter-University R.U. Game
Sydney University beat Queensland University by 21 points to 20 in a Rugby Union match at the University Oval yesterday. It was the first inter-varsity game since the war began, and Queensland was unlucky not to have won.
Queensland scored a try with three minutes to go, but it was not converted. Queensland was continually attacking in a somewhat ragged game. Although lighter than the Sydney forwards, the Queensland pack won more than its share of the ball. Only superb defence by the Sydney team kept the light, nippy Queensland backs out.
C. Windsor, the Queensland captain, played a magnificent game at full-back. E. McGuiness and L. Louth played well in the forwards for the visitors. Stenmark. Anderson, and Fallon were best for Sydney forwards, but the backs had a day off.
Sydney 21 (Barton two, Neuman, and Connor tries. Stenmark two goals, and one penalty goal. Connor one goal). Queensland. 20 (Roe two, Winning, Wilson tries: Windsor one goal, one field goal. Johnston one goal).
SMH 2 Jun 1945
G. Connor, the University centre, may be an absentee to-day, because of an injured hip bone.
SMH 4 Jun 1945
NEW MOVES BY UNIVERSITY
Side's Special Run For Big Game
Keen to defeat the unbeaten Randwick Rugby Union team University players tried various moves at a special training run yesterday morning. Dr. George Cummins, a former Rugby League international, who is coaching University, did not give the players a very strenuous time. He was more intent on planning a campaign to beat the speedy Randwick men. After discussing several matters he had the team on the field trying out movements which he hopes will help to bring victory. G. Connor, hard-running and hard tackling centre three-quarter, expects to be available on Saturday. He did not play against St. George because of an injured thigh.
SMH 11 Jul 1945
University will be without centre three-quarter G. Connor,- who had three stitches inserted in an injury above his right eye last Saturday. B. Piper has been moved from full- back to take Connor's position, while the full back is now J. Westphallen.
SMH 30 Jul 1945
University. 25 (E. Barton (2). P. Johnson. W. Curtis. G. Connor tries. H. Piper two goals and two penalty goals). Western Suburbs 10 (W. Bow try. F. Byrne penalty goal, K. Smallwood , field goal).
SMH 6 Aug 1945
University 14 (G Connor 2 E Barton tries B Piper goal and penalty goal) St George nil
SMH 20 Aug1945
GRADE GAMES. 17th ROUND.
University 17 (W. Curtis. G. Connor. K. Watson. B. Travers, tries, G. Connor penalty goal, B. Piper a goal), Randwick 11 (D. Furness a try. B. Paterson two penalty goals, a goal)
SMH 27 Aug 1945
University 13 (R. O'Neill 2. G. Connor tries: I. McNaughton, field goal), Eastern Suburbs, 8 (R. Daly, try; B. Creer, goal and penalty goal)
SMH 19 Jun 1946
R.U. Injuries Worry Teams
Injuries to players are hampering the selection of University and Gordon Rugby Union teams. Most seriously hurt, is G. Connor, versatile University back, who is in hospital with a broken leg.
SMH 25 Jun 1946
TALKING OF SPORT
GEORGE CONNOR, University's Rugby captain, can travel free on the railways in Russia for the rest of his life. But George is not thinking of going anywhere at present. He is in Prince Alfred Hospital with broken leg, the result of a recent game. He gained a Russian decoration the Order of Patriotic War, first-class, which carries the travel privilege for a feat of bravery with the A.l.F. in Syria. He was a Lieutenant. George is doing a mining engineering course at the University. He will play no more football this season.
SMH 28 Dec 1946
UNIVERSITY EXAM RESULTS
ENGINEERING. THIRD YEAR EXAMINATION
DEPARTMENT OF MINING AND METALLURGY.
Mining Geology I.-Credit: King. R. W. L. Pass. December. 1946: Connor. G. B.
Metallurgy_Pass. December. 1946 (alphabetical): Connor. G. B.: King. R. W. L.
Daily Advertiser Wagga 11 Jun 1947
RAND BRIDE MARRIED IN SCHOOL CHAPEL
Four bridesmaids attended Miss Avril Connor, eldest daughter of Captain and Mrs. W. E. Connor, of 'Crossingford,' Rand, at her wedding to Mr. Harold Walcott at the Sydney Church of England Grammar School chapel. The bridegroom, who was a former pupil of the school, is the only son of Mr. and Mrs. B. Walcott, of 'Fairfield,' one of the properties which form the Balgownie Estate, on the Delegate River. The Rev. Mr. Backhouse officiated at the ceremony. The bride wore a cream satin gown, with a full train, and a beautiful veil of Brussels lace lent by Mrs. Kath Chernside of Inglewood, Bombala. She carried a bouquet of stocks, gardenias and tuberoses. Her father gave her away. The bridesmaids, Miss Valerie Connor (the bride's sister) Misses Emily and Kathleen Connor(cousins of the bride) and Miss Margaret Tooth (the groom's cousin) wore white gowns andhead-dresses of red roses. They carried bouquets of red roses. The groom was attended by Mr. Ken Walcott. Mr. Tony Walcott, Mr. Alan Connor (the bride's brother) and Mr. George Connor (the bride's cousin).The reception was held at Windsor Gardens, Chatswood. A beautifully decorated three tier wedding cake was cut. The groom's gift to the bride was a gold wristlet watch. After the reception Mr. and Mrs. Walcott left for Melbourne by car. They will live at 'Fairfield.'
SMH 9 Jul 1947
RUGBY UNION
UNIVERSITY: G Connor [Selected]
SMH 14 Jul 1947
Parramatta, 30 (G Robinson, J, Boland S Hopkins K Armstrong, B Mann, W Coffey, G Philpott tries A Armstrong, B Mann. L Wolfe goals B Mann penalty goal) beat University 18 (R Abigail 2, R Taylor, J Bromley tries, G Connor 3 goals).
SMH 23 Jul 1947
RUGBY UNION
UNIVERSITY: G Connor [Selected]
SMH 1 Aug 1947
George Connor, now playing at full-back, will come into the three quarter line in place of Blomley, and Bruce Storey will be inside centre.
SMH 4 Aug 1947
Gordon 19 (B Paterson 2 K Hill tries B Paterson 2 goals 2 penalty goals) beat University 5 (E Misters try G Connor goal)
SMH 8 Aug 1947
Varsity Team Was Problem
With some players on the injured list, and others concentrating on forthcoming examinations, University Union team selectors faced a problem last night when choosing the side to play Eastern Suburbs to-morrow.
George Connor, A. Liggins, J. Blomley, R Fisher, and P Cuter were unavailable, the last four because of injury. George Connor voluntarily dropped out of the full-back position to enable S Brain to retain his place. Connor was impressed with Brain's play last week, and believes that he will develop with further experience in the top grades. Blomley may not play again this season The speedy centre has been suffering from rib injuries, and is now concerned more about studies than football
28 Nov 1947
Russian pension book. Receipts for £3-17-00 signed by GBC for 43 coupons, all on the same day. Total £165 -11-00. 17 unused coupons.
SMH 31 Dec 1947
RESULTS OF EXAMINATIONS AT UNIVERSITY OF SYDNEY
DEPARTMENT OF MINING AND METALLURGY
Individual Subjects
MINING
Pass December 1947 -Connor G B; King R W L; McLeod P, B.Sc
METALLURGY II
Pass December 1947 (alphabetical) - Connor G B; King R W L; McLeod P, B.Sc
ASSAYING
Pass December 1947 (alphabetical) - Connor G B; King R W L; McLeod P, B.Sc
SURVEYING III
Pass December 1947 (alphabetical) - Connor G B; King R W L; McLeod P B.Sc
MINING GEOLOGY II
Distinction List
High Distinction -McLeod P B.Sc Credit King R W L
Pass December 1947-Connor G B
SMH 6 Jan 1948
CONNOR-WHITING.-Sybil Kane, younger daughter of the late Dr. Keith Whiting, of Parramatta and Mrs K. M. Whiting, to George Boyd, only son of Mr. and Mrs. G. S. N. Connor, of Roseville.
Barrier Miner Wed 31 Mar 1948
Air Travellers
Heavy bookings on passenger planes continue. Today's A.N.A. Douglas liner Boyana brought Mr. and Mrs. H. S. Middleton, Mr. and Mrs. J. P. Ryan, Miss Hood-Read, Messrs H. Burt, Silvernagel, Holloway, F. Jobson, P. Sultana and M. Dickson from Melbourne; - Messrs. R. and H. Tonzing, L. Read, R. Trenerry, P. Hall, Master R. Smith from Mildura; Messrs R. Hutcherson, S. Allan and G. Connor from Sydney; Mr. W. Rutter from Wagga.
Barrier Miner 1 May 1948
Baseball Opens Tomorrow.
Opening games of the 1948 baseball season will be played tomorrow afternoon;
A Grade teams.-Hornets from: N. Fox, M. Mullins, B. Gilmore, Turner, Lees, Bright, Connor, Evans, Brady, Williams, Newlands, Harris, Brook, Best, Thompson and others.
Barrier Miner 3 May 1948
Surprises In Baseball Play
Many surprises were, seen in the opening games of the baseball season yesterday. Last year's premiers (Rovers)1 were defeated by North Mine in a close game.
Legion players made many errors against Hornets,- who won easily. Zincs and Marist Brothers also had victories in A grade games. Good crowds attended all matches.
Legion players-were mediocre against Hornets, who brought home many men on errors. Troughton played well for Legion, taking several flies, as well as pitching several innings. Hornets were inconsistent at times, and a stronger team would have been able to bring home several runners. Mullins and Harris shared the honors for Hornets' pitching, while Turner behind the mask was impressive. A rally in the ninth innings brought up three more runs for Legion, but Hornets did not use their last, innings, winning by 13 runs. Connor and Fox hit a home run each for Hornets; Scores:
Legion: 1, 0, 0, 0, 1, 1, 0, 1, 3-7 Hornets: 1, 6, 0, 6, 4, 0, 0, 3-20
Barrier Miner 8 May 1948
BASEBALLERS TO PLAY ON TURF TOMORROW
Baseballers will meet on turf for the first time tomorrow, when the main game (North Mine and Hornets) will be played at Zinc Oval. Baseball Association has obtained the ground for two games as an experiment.
A Grade, teams:--
Hornets (from): N. Fox. ;M. Mullins, ,B. Gilmore, Turner, Lees, Bright, Connor, Evans, Brady, Williams, Newlands, Harris, Brook, Best, Thompson, and others.
Barrier Miner 10 May 1948
Hornets defeated North Mine in a runaway base ball game at the Zinc Oval yesterday. Zincs were too strong for Eagles, and Marists easily defeated R.S.L. Rovers had a victory over Legion players.
Playing on the grass for the first time in Broken Hill, both Hornets and North Mine found the conditions better than the old grounds. North Mine took an early lead, but in the eighth innings allowed six Hornets home. They made mistakes in judgment rather than on the field. Hornets have a strong team in the field but need strengthening in batting. Mullins (Hornets) struck out five batters and allowed four walks, while Clissold and-Elsegood (North Mine) struck out two and three respectively.
Safehitters.-Hornets: Mullins 2, Fox 1, Harris-2, Gilmore 2, Turner Connors, Brooks 2, Lees 2. Lees hit a home run. North Mine.-Clissold, Williams, Bollon, Dow, Thorp 2. j. Scores:
Hornets: 0, 0, 1, 1, 2, 6, 0, 4-14.
North Mine: 1, 1, 0, 0, 0, 2, 1, 1, 0-6
Barrier Miner 15 May 1948
BASEBALLERS SHOW IMPROVED FORM
HORNETS (from): N. Fox, M. Mullins, B. Gilmore, Turnery Lees, Bright, Connor, Evans. Brady, Williams, Harris, Brook, Best, Thompson.-
Barrier Miner 5 Jun 1948
LIVELY BASEBALL GAMES EXPECTED
HORNETS from: N. Fox, B. Gil- more, Lees, Bright, Connor, Evans, Williams, Brooks, Best, Nixon, J. Thomas.
Barrier Miner 12 Jun 1948
Keen play is expected in tomorrow's baseball games, which will end the: ' first round of the A grade competition. The two undefeated teams (Zincs and Marist Brothers) are sure to provide the best match.
Hornets (from): N. Fox, B. Gilmore. Lees, Bright, Connor, Evans, Williams, Brooks, Best, Nixon, J. Thomas, Mullins.
Barrier Miner 19 Jun 1948
KEEN BASEBALL IS LIKELY TOMORROW
Tomorrow the second round of the baseball season will be started, and all teams are on their mettle to catch Zinc and Marist Brothers, both of which have yet to be defeated.
HORNETS (from): N. Fox, B Gilmore, Lees, Bright. Connor, Evans, Williams, Brooks, Best; Nixon. J Mullins. Turner
University of Sydney, Conferring of Degrees, Sat 19 Jun 1948
Faculty of Engineering
(c) Mining and Metallurgy
Honours
Peter Macleod, B.Sc (Class II)
Raymond William Lethbridge King (Class II)
Pass
George Boyd Connor
Barrier Miner Tue 22 Jun 1948
Air Travellers
ANA Douglas liner, Wandana, yesterday brought Mr. D. W. Meiter from Melbourne, Messrs. A. S. Ellis, E. R. Marshall Sutherland, Beasy, Willoughby, J. Holly from Adelaide; Mr. P. Noy from Mildura, Messrs. J. Peep, P. McLeod, G. Conner from Sydney.
Barrier Miner 10 Jul 1948
BASEBALL SEASON NEAR END
Baseball teams are fighting for final placings in B grade com petition, as they have only, two more matches to play. A grade teams are also on their toes, but it seems certain that Zincs, Marist Bros., Hornets and North Mine will contest the finals.
Hornets and Marist Brothers will provide tomorrow's match of the day. Hornets are stronger than when the two met in the first round, and a close match should result Zinc, North Mine and Rovers should win their respective games without being troubled.
HORNETS (from): N. Fox, B. Gilmore, Lees, Bright, Conner, Evans, Williams, Brooks, Best, Nixon, J. Mullins, Turner, W. Harris.
Barrier Miner 17 Jul 1948
Baseball Teams For Sunday
Interest in. baseball is running high as the last games of the season approach. Zinc and Hornets will provide the match of the day and R.S.L. and Legion teams will play on Zinc Oval.
HORNETS (from): N. Fox, B. Gilmore, Lees, Bright, Conner, Evans, Williams, Brooks, Best, M. Mullins, Turner, W. Harris.
Barrier Miner 19 Jul 1948
Hornets Top Baseball
Hornets yesterday continued their baseball successes of the past few weeks when they were too accurate for Zincs, who are level again with Marist Brothers on the points-score table. Eagles extended North Mine in yesterday's play and were narrowly defeated.
HORNETS AT BEST
Many errors by Zincs accounted for their defeat in a thrill packed game. McCoy again showed his accuracy with the ball in pitching, making batters strike at a high "sucker" pitch. He struck out 20 batters- the best exhibition of pitching this year. Hornets' fielding was tight. Although they made mistakes, they were able to freeze men on bases and keep base-stealing to a mini- mum. Connor (H) took an amazing one-handed catch at left out- field. Barnwell (Z) and Fox (H) at first base, gained many put-outs for their teams. Zincs' captain (Young) suffered a muscle injury on Saturday and made many errors at second base as a result. Later he went to the outfield. Hornets made only four safe hits compared with Zincs' seven. Scores:
Hornets: 2, 0, 1, 0, 5, 0, 1, 1-10.
Zincs: 2, 0, 1, 0, 2, 0, 1, 0, 1-7.
Barrier Miner Wed 28 Jul 1948
Air Travellers
A.N.A. Douglas liner, Kyilla, yesterday brought Messrs. Pritchard, D.H. Golding from Adelaide; Messrs. G. Connor, A. Watson from Sydney;
Barrier Miner 31 Jul 1948
BASEBALL REACHES
EXCITING STAGE
Feature of the baseball games tomorrow will be the final of the B grade competition and Marist Brothers-Zincs' game in the last of the A grade rounds. With one point dividing each of the three top teams much hinges on the result of this match. j
HORNETS (from): N. Fox, B. Gilmore, Bright, Conner, Evans, Williams, Brooks, Best, Nixon, J. Mullins, Turner, W. Harris.
Barrier Miner 9 Aug 1948
ZINCS WIN AT RUGBY; KEEN PLAY
Another encounter at Rugby football between Zinc Corporation and Town resulted in a win for the forager by 13 points to 5 on Saturday. Play was more even than the scores indicated, Zinc profiting from Town errors.
Play was rugged throughout, the tackling in particular being fierce. Town began at a great rate and were all over Zinc in the first part. Repeated efforts to score were prevented only by the brilliant play of Connor (Zinc full back), who saved with long kicks. Once the Zinc full back was bustled by Hearn, and McLennan .(following on), touched down for a try. Morrison converted and Town led 5-0.
LOOSE PLAY
Loose play among the forwards slowed the play for a time. The scrums were not packing down properly-and the halves had difficulty. Over-anxiety on the part of the backs spoiled some good attacking movements. Half-time came with Town still in front 5-0.
Upon resumption Town attacked like a winning team, but over-confidence and failure to play to the whistle cost them valuable points. The ball was dribbled past the Town three-quarters, and Finlayson followed up quickly when the town players failed to go down on it, so the ball crossed the goal line. McLennan came across from the wing to field the ball behind the goal line. He failed to force the ball, for Finlayson took it from him and scored. Connor converted, and the scores were 5 all.
Zinc again dribbled down through the centre, and from a ruck on the Town goal-line L. Incoll smartly picked up and dived over. The try was not converted and Zinc led 8-5.
Town made. a desperate bid to equalise the scores. Morrison broke through the Zinc defence, and with two Town players outside him a try seemed certain. However, he elected to go alone and failed. Again Town had the defence beaten, but off-side play enabled Zinc to get out of trouble.
DESPERATE BID
Connor goaled and Zinc led 13-5. Town made desperate efforts to save the game. Time and again Hearn broke through, but his team could not finish the moves. Once Town were over the Zinc goal line, but failed to touch down, and the game ended in Zincs' favor 13 points to 5.
Scorers for . Zinc: T. Finlayson, F. Hurley, F. Incoll (tries),. G. Connor (2 goals). Town: J. McLennan (try), H. Morrison (goal). Best players for Zinc: G. Connor, A. Reece, B. Ryan, F Hurley, T. Finlayson, S. Collis. Town: B. Hearn, J. Lynch, L. Morrison, B. Crispin, L. Abbot, R. Begg.
A meeting of Broken Hill Rugby Union will be held tomorrow night at the Technical College to discuss representative matches and other business.
Barrier Miner 14 Aug 1948
BASEBALL SEMIFINALS
Four leading baseball teams will be seen in action tomorrow when the first semi-final of the A grade rounds is to be played. Marist Bros.-Zinc, Hornets-North Mine are to contest the all-important matches to see who shall play in the premiership games.
HORNETS (from): N. Fox, B. Gilmore, A. Bright, Conner, Evans, Williams, Brooks, Best; 'Nixon, M. Mullins, R. Turner, W. Harris.
Barrier Miner 21 Aug 1948
HORNETS' Baseball Club Disposal.-1st, No. 1158, B. Frost, 194 Mercury St.; 2nd, No. 1263, G. Connor, 168 Mica St.; 3rd, No. 1564, Lois and Angus, c/o Globe Hotel.
SMH 4 Feb 1949
MARRIAGES
CONNOR-WHITING.-December 10, 1948, at St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church, Parramatta, by the Right Rev. A. M. Stevenson, M.C., M.A., Sybil, younger daughter of Mrs. Whiting and the late Dr. Keith Whiting, of Parramatta, to George, only son of Mr. and Mrs. G. S. N. Connor, of Roseville.
Barrier Miner 18 Mar 1949
Keen Fight For Lead In League Cricket
The Zinc Corporation - N.B.H.C. cricket competition Will be continued tomorrow. , .
The Zinc Underground team is: W. Menz (capt.), W. Pelgrave. W. Renfrew, H. Lane, A. Rendell, P. Marshall, J. Cameron, F. Olds, F. Preston. C. Davison, G. Connor, R. Lemmich (12th).
Barrier Miner 30 Apr 1949
BASEBALL SEASON OPENS' TOMORROW
Hornets: N. Fox, M. Mullins, W. Freeman. Maldean. Percy, Troughton, Connors, Brooks, Nixon Evans, Bright.
Barrier Miner 21 May 1949
SLIPPERY GROUND FOR BASEBALL
The Hornets-Eagles' match should also be interesting. Hornets registered a convincing win over North Mine team last week, a team which had defeated Eagles previously by one run. Hornets' batters (Gilmore, Connors and Bright) are in form, but Langman and Matthews may match them
HORNETS: : N. Fox, M. –Mullins, W. Freeman, Maldean, Percy, Troughton, Connors, Brooks, Nixon. Evans, Bright, Gilmore, Turner.
Barrier Daily Truth 28 May 1949
HORNETS : N. Fox. M. M-ullins, W. freeman, Maldoan, Percy, Troughton Connors, Brooks. Nixon. Evans, Bright. Oilmorc, Turner.
Barrier Miner 4 Jun 1949
BASEBALL GAMES WILL BE LIVELY
The second round of A and B grade baseball competitions will be commenced tomorrow. With three A grade teams level for first at the completion of the first round, the, competition is being hard fought, and tomorrow's results should be full of interest.
Hornets should strike no trouble in defeating Rovers. The latter team has not won a match.
HORNETS: M. Mullins; W. Freeman, Maldean, Percy, Troughton, Connors, Brooks. Nixon, Evans.
Barrier Miner 6 Jun 1949
Narrow Win At Rugby
Broken Hill Rugby Union continued its competition on Saturday, when Public Service had a narrow win over Zincs and C.P.S. easily defeated Town. Scores were: Public Service, 13 points; Zinc, 11 points: C.P.S., 15 points; Town, nil.
First scorers in the Public Service-Zinc match were:-L. Morrison (P.S.) and G. Connor (Zincs).
Barrier Daily Truth 28 Jun 1949
Rugby Union Team For Adelaide .
A combined local Rugby Union team will visit Adelaide over the week end and play a game against the combined Adelaide University side that they defeated at thc Zinc Oval recently. The team selected is: T. Anderson, Sneider (Z.); Carey (C.P.S.); Cooper (P.S.); Fuller (P.S.); Lynch (P.S.); Hearne (capt., C.P.S.); Keogh (CJP.S.); Finlayson -Z.); Hook (C.P.S.); Renalls (C.P.S.); Begg -T.); Turner (C.P.S.); Shine (P.S.); Ryan (Z.). Reserves: Dunne (C.P.S.), Fitz- Patrick (Z.), Gow (T.) Turner (P.S.), Crowley (T.). Owing to the strike the journey will be made by bus. The party will leave about 6 p.m. Friday and Intends re turning Monday afternoon. The game will be played on Saturday afternoon. Union Is becoming increasingly popu lar in Broken Hill and there is a keen competition in progress. There has been considerable improvement over the last three or four weeks. The team was selected by Messrs. Green, Connors and Fitzgerald. Any other player or supporter wishing to go should contact officials.
Barrier Miner 2 Jul 1949
Baseball Leaders To Meet Tomorrow
The clash of Marist Brothers and Hornets in the main match of the Baseball Association's A grade competition tomorrow is ex- pected te arouse interest in sporting circles. The contestants have equal chances and the result will probably be decided on errors.
Each team possesses a powerful batting side and has power to bring off a last-minute victory. Hornets' field can always be re- lied upon, particularly Mullins, whose form has always been commendable. A number of batters, including Bright, Percy and Free- man, may make things bad for Marist Brothers. Marist pitcher, Davis, at the top of his form should, give plenty of opposition. Adams and McInerney may do well in handy positions.
Teams are:
HORNETS: M. Mullins. W. Freedman, Becke, Percy, Troughton, Connors, Coles. Nixon, Evans, Bright, Gilmore, Turner! ;
Barrier Miner 4 Jul 1949
MARISTS TOP IN BASEBALL GAMES
Marist Brothers had a two-run win over Hornets in yesterday's main baseball fixture, thereby increasing their lead on the premiership points, table. In the opinion of many witnesses of the contest, Hornets' loss of Catcher Percy through injury cost them the match. Play was continually tight, although Marists always had the edge on their opponents after they brought four runners home in the second innings. Excellent running between bags was a feature of the match. Scores were 10-8.
Best Players:-Marist Brothers: Hogan, Davis, Adams. Hornets: Connor, Turner, Bright.
Barrier miner 16 Jul 1949
CRITICAL GAME OF BASEBALL
Zinc and ; Hornets, second- an third, on the points list,'are m a tc i ed in tomorrow's main base ba match. The contest should rous interest, as form shown will be
pointer to the teams' premiershi chances. '
Eagles, who. are matched ; wit Rovers; should have an1 easy wii They have shown a great run, c form recently, and are in a hand position.
Marist Brothers were outclasse last Sunday -by Eagles.- but» thi defeat should whet their appétit tor -'another victory. Tomorrow they' are to ' play North 'Mine.
In B grade, * Tigers ,sliould> hav a win over Legion-1 in-the mai; match, and North Juniors arc ex .pected to carry too many guns fo Zinc. YIC.W. should defeat Legio;
Draw for tomorrow - is:
A GRADE
Zinc-v. Hornets, Excelsior. Um pire. J. Dunstan.
Rovers v. Eagles, Zinc Oval Umpire, R. Hendy. ,
North Mine v. Marist Bros, Newmaiicct. Umpire,. K. : Newlands)
B GRADE
Tigers v. Legion 1, Zinc Oval Umpire, R. Hendy. '
Legion 2 v. Y.C.W., Newmarket Umpire, R. Newlands..
Zinc v. North Juniors, Excelsior Umpire, J. Dunstan.
' The teams:- ' V*.
A GRADE '
EAGLES: F. Burt; J. Burt, B Matthews, A. Johnston;- L. John sion, R. Pearce, . J. Langman. J Casey, B. Nicholls, K. Richards,-L Tomms. :
NORTH MINE: R. Clissold. D Dow, 'J. May, W. Hardwick, J. Lie- belt, A. Mccubbin, W. Hocking. R Terrell. A. Nieman, M. Williams.
ZINC: J. McCoy (capt.), N. Den- ley, J. Or um, B. Frost, N. Barn- well, G. Marks, B. Viles, C. Becker M'. Lennox.
ROVERS: W. Eddy. B. Fox, D. Dolman, B. Gleeson, N. Gleeson. J, Handford, F. Dempster, B. Wells, J, Franklin. C. Carroll, W. Craker, Kettle, Williams, Grose.
HORNETS: M. Mullins. W. Free- man, Becker/ Percy, Troughton, Connors, Coles, Nixon, Evans, Bright, Gilmore, Turner,, N. Fox(capt.).
Barrier Daily Truth 18 Jul 1949
Public' Service Undefeated- In Rugby Union,,,,, ‘hooker'!
In Saturdays Rugby union matches run the Zinc Oval, the Public Service had I unMhcr win In Ucatin3 th? 'I iw:t team r.nal sccres: Public Service HO; Juv.n o. I In the second game C.P.S. defeated the Zinc. Final scores: C.P.S. 14. Zinc r, I
IN HARD GAME The C.P.S. are now striking form with good combination between backs and forwards. The play was hard, but the presence of too many scrums slowed the game down considerably, however, in the second half the Maroons scored two tries by their quick passing movements. In the scrums and rucks they had the edge on the Green and Gold forwards. J. Reynolds broke fast from the scrums attempting to intercept the pass between the half back and five-eighth. and the Zinc backs were quick off the mark. Judging by this game the C.P.S. should have a win over the Town next Saturday. BEST PLAYERS: Home. Carey. Reynolds, Dunne. Hook. Although the Green and Golds were playing one man short, they gave a good account of themselves. The backs moved with good co ordination with centres Cooper and Husband making some good individual runs. All round the tackling was good, breaking up many of the C.P.S. movements. The Zinc forwards played well In the line outs, where the C.P.S. did not have It all their own way. BEST PLAYERS: Cooper, Husband, Connors, Nicholls, and Fitzpatrick.
Barrier Miner 25 Jul 1949
Rugby Played In The Mud
(By "HOOKER")
Saturday's Rugby Union games on the Zinc Oval were played in adverse conditions. Forward play predominated in both, the ball being too wet and slippery to handle.
The C.P.S. defeated Town in the first match of the day 29 to nil. The second game was another win for Public Service who defeated Zincs 21 to 3.
When Zinc and Public Service tock the field it was still raining, making the oval sticky. The game saw some fine movements from the Zinc captain (T. Finlayson) although two breakaways short kept the ball in the forwards as much as possible. P. Shine (Public Service hooker) received a knee; injury and was carried off the field.
Final scores were: Service 21; Zinc .3.
P.S. scorers: Lynch, 3 tries; Lennox. 1; Anderson, 1; Johnson, 1; Shine, 1. Zinc: G. Connor, 1 goal. Best Players.-Public Service: Shine, Wales,. Lynch, Fuller and Morrison. Zinc: Ryan, Graham, Finlayson, Connor, and Whitelaw.
Barrier Miner 30 Jul 1949
FIGHT FOR LEAD
With two matches to play in the baseball competition, tension mounts as three teams strive for the position of minor premiers. Marist Brothers hold the whip hand, but Hornets and Zinc have every chance.
Marist Brothers are matched with Zinc tomorrow and Hornets the following week.. Hornets are to play Eagles.
HORNETS: M. Mullins, W. Freeman, . Becker, Percy, Troughton, Connors, Coles, Nixon, Evans Bright, Gilmore, Turner, N. Fox (captain).
Barrier Daily Truth 30 Jul 1949
Rugby Takes Toll Of Players
In last Saturday's matches on the Zinc Oval all teams suffered considerable casualties, the Town team. Grahams Parsons fractured cheek bone, J. Brown lacerated leg, L. Keller Injured leg: the C.P.S., B. Grieves broken foot; Public Service, P. Shine fluid on the knee— these players will be out for the rest of the season. All teams will be able to submit full fifteens for this Saturday's round. Last Saturday's matches showed some fine football, although wet and muddy the teams endeavored to keep the gamt4 as open as possible. Today's match between Public Service and C.P.S. should prove very interesting. Lost time these teams met play was very hard and rugged, resulting with one player being sent from the field. Rugby Union followers may expect a fast and furious game. Judging on the C.P.S. past performance, they should form the stumbling block for the Public Service. The draw for today's matches is: Zinc v. Town, 3 pm. Referee: P. Moody. Zinc Team: G. Connors. A. Whitelaw. S. Grahame, J. Husband, F. Cooper, R. Williams, P. Champncss, J. Rone, p. Schmidt, L. Fltzpatrick. J. Middleton. T. Finlayson capt.', L. Nicholls. B. Ryan, T. Heslop, R. King, V. Bindley. Town Team: J. Russell, F. Hurley, M. Stevens, W. Sayers, R. Parmont. L. Abbott icapt.-. C. Gow, G. Bromwich, J. Crowley, N. Roberts, W. Fuller, A. Manly, R. Begg, J. Bourke. O. Barnes.
Barrier Miner 8 Aug 1949
SERVICE TEAM HAS WIN AT RUGBY
Best match of the season in the Rugby Union com- petition was seen on Saturday, when Public Service won narrowly from Zincs. The game was fast and open, with both teams seen to advantage. Public Service were considered lucky to win; as Zincs lost their centre-man (Jack Husband) in the second half. .
Public Service, 14 points, defeated Zincs, 11 points.
Scorers for Public Service were: Johnston, Lennox, and Lynch 1 try each, Anderson 1 convert and 1 penalty. Zinc: Cooper, Williams 1 try each, Connor 1 convert, Whitelaw 1 penalty.
Barrier Daily Truth 13 Aug 1949
Broken Hill Rugby Union, correspondence was received from the Wellington Rugby Union to the effect that two teams will be arriving on Friday night. September 9. by bus. The party In all will number thirty. As this club Is on tour, it will be leaving again on Sunday morning for Adelaide, where It has a big program ahead of it. The club* president. Rev. Walsham of Wellington. a very keen Rugby Unionist, and hfc ; teams have been trained to a fine degree of efficiency. They are very keen to meet the Broken Hill teams, and vice versa, As these are the first N.S.W. teams to ever visit Broken Hill to play rugby. It is hoped that the locals will give a very good account of themselves, as both teams will be trained by the Zinc coach. George Connors.
Barrier Miner 20 Aug 1949
BASEBALL SEMIFINALS TOMORROW
Two of the best matches this year should be witnessed in the baseball competition tomorrow when Marist Brothers meet Zincs and Hornets encounter Eagles in the semi-finals. All teams are re- ported to have reached their top, and have selected strong sides.
The clash between Marist Bros. and Zincs will decide the double premiership chance. Both teams will field strongest possible sides, so that there should be no hard luck story for the losers.
Eagles gave a great performance recently to down Marist Bros. Hornets, a complete team again, may make the grade. The losers will automatically drop out of the final. The winners will meet the losers of the other match next week.
HORNETS: M. Mullins, W. Freeman, Percy, Troughton, Connors, Brooks, Bright, Gilmore, Turner, N. Fox (capt.)..
Barrier Miner 27 Aug 1949
BASEBALL SEMI FINAL
One of the best baseball games for the season is expected when Zincs and Hornets play off to decide which shall meet Marist Brothers in the final. Both teams are confident.
Last Sunday's matches point to a win for Hornets, who had a smashing victory over Eagles. Zincs were easily defeated by Marist Brothers, and their sudden loss of form could be disastrous. Hornets' batters have always been superior to those of opposing teams. McCoy will take the mound for Zincs.
HORNETS: M. Mullins W. Free- man, Percy, Troughton, Connors, Brooks, . Bright, Gilmore, Turner, N. Fox (capt.).
Barrier Daily Truth 31 Aug 1949
Hornets Look Over Baseball Season
(Bv 'DIAMOND')
For the fourth year in succession Hornets again reached the finals of the baseball competition, but were eliminated before reaching the grand final. The club, always one of the leading teams in the Association, seems fated not to win a premiership. Renowned for their 8 innings of perfect baseball and one innings failure, this lapse has cost them many critical games this year. However, next year opposing teams can be assured of hard games against Hornets, and the club will enter the competition, confident of overcoming all previous mistakes and of winning their first premiership since the Inception of the game in Broken Hill. Hornets owe many of their successes this year to the two youthful players, Fred Troughton and John Percy, Troughton in particular gave many splendid displays on the mound and he has overcome one of the club's long standing problems — that of finding a capable pitcher. Percy, a utility player, has played in no fewer than five different positions this 'year, and has given his best at all times. These two boys are expected to become the mainstays of the team in years to come. Brian Gilmore enjoyed his most successful year and fully earned his reputation of being the best 2nd base man In the Association. Norm Fox on 1st base, although out for seven matches during the season, gave a polished display on that position and his base running left nothing to be desired. The co-operation of Fox and Gilmore on 1st and 2nd bases provided many headaches for opposing teams. Reg Turner, catcher, rarely played a bad game, and his work behind the plate was of great assistance to the pitchers. Reg has been playing baseball 6lnce the pre-war years. Maurice Mullins, the only original playing member of the team, once again gave sterling service to the club, and on several occasions this year, got Hornets out of difficult situations. His knowledge of the game has been of great assistance to the new members of the team. Alan Bright, who has played 1st base and short-stop this year, proved very useful in those positions. However his many 'runs batted in,' on the bunt play 'was his speciality. Bill Freeman filled the very difficult position on 3rd base, and his long throws to 1st were valuable when the team was in tough situations. George Connor and Norm Brooks did great work in the outfield during the year, both bringing off many spectacular catches. Brooks's batting this season was probably his best, and Connor also has numerous safe hits to his credit. Charlie Johns the team's 3rd base coach, was a familiar figure in that position at all games, and his keenness and interest was appreciated by all.
Hornets have four members selected to represent Broken Hill in the Country Carnival at Adelaide — Troughton, Turner, Fox and Gilmore, and members of the club are confident that they will give a good account of themselves in the series. Members will meet shortly to discuss plans for their annual wind-up and social.
Barrier Miner 28 Oct 1949
ZINC CRICKET. Zinc cricket matches will be continued tomorrow.
CONTRACTORS: A. Herriman, R. Dooland, J. Muller, C. Gillespie, R. Gillespie, J. Henery, W. Quirk, J. Brister, H. Potter, E. Hooper, J. Hodge, G. Williams.
STAFF No. 2: J. Moore, L. Francis, G. Connors, R. Ellis, A. Thomas, J. Burford, A. Wakefield, B. Olds. L. Tremelling, J. Craig, L. Miller, K. Horan.
UNDERGROUND: C. Davidson, R. King, N. Jones, W. Parry, Mc-Dougall, D. Haines, L. Bowden, H. Lane, W. Pelgrave, W. Renfrew,. W. Menz, H. Rendell, N. Marshall. D.' Roberts.
STAFF No. I; F. Bird, Bremmer. De Cain. D. Jones, R. Mitchell, R. Moore, J. Nicholson. K. Parsons. A. Prideaux, B. Rawlings, E. Saint.
Barrier Miner 11 Nov 1949
Zinc Cricket .
The Zinc Corporation.N.B.H.C.' competition will be. continued to- morrow. ..; The draw is :
Zinc Oval : Contractors v. Staff No. 1. , Polo" Ground : Underground v. Contractors:
Underground: H. Lane (capt.), W. Pelgrave, W. Menz, H. Mar- shall, C. Davison, R. King, A. McDougall, W James, W. Renfrew, B. Roberts, J. Shepley, A. Rendell. W. Parry.
Staff No; 2: J. Burford (capt.), A. Wakefield: (vice), B. Olds. L. Tremelling, L. Francis, G. Connors, A. Thomas, L. Miller, R.-Ellis, P. Pope, J. Moore.
Barrier Miner 20 Jan 1950
Zinc Matches
Zinc-N.B.H.C. Cricket Association matches and teams for tomorrow are:-.
Staff. No. 2 -v. Underground.
STAFF; J. Burford, A. Thomas; A. Whitefield, G Connor, R. Ellis, F. Coles, L. Miller, L. Trcmelling, R. Pope, B. Olds, J. Craig, M.* »Jackson. 4 ' ?
UNDERGROUND; H. Lane, W. Pelgrave, D. Roberts, N. Marshall,' A. Rendait, C. Davison, F. Preston, M.' Tremclling, L. Bowden, A.vMc-, Donald, R. King, ~W. Renfrey.
Barrier Miner 10 Mar 1950
Robinson Shield Cricket Match
Teams from the Zinc Corporation and New Broken Mill Consolidated mines will play a cricket match on Sunday, in the competition for the W. S. Robinson shield. The match will be an all-day one and will be played at the Zinc Oval. Several A grade players will. take part. Teams are:
N.B.H.C. (from): W. Rutter. L, Grose, F. Bird, J.Craig. F. Semmens, D. Nadge, T. McClure, R. Williams. H Olds. F. Coles, G. Boswell, J. Nicholson, J. Moore.
ZINC (from): C. Herbert. S. Barratt, R. Tozer, C. Carroll. E, Carroll, R. Adams, J. Langman E. " Phillips. R. Marshall. A. Mac Dougall, A. Wakefield, G. Connors. H. Lane.
Barrier Miner 5 Apr 1950
ZINC GAMES
During the Easter week-end the Zinc Corporation and N.B.H.C. association will entertain the Renmark District Cricket Association, who are visiting Broken Hill for the second time in four years. Last year the local association paid them a visit, and had one victory, but suffered defeat on the Sunday at the hands of Renmark's number one side. Many of the players who took part in that match are included in the team selected to play the- Z.C. and N.B.H.C. number one team on Easter Saturday at the Zinc Corporation Turf Oval. The locals have selected a strong side, and good cricket should be seen.
Two matches will be played on Sunday at the association's Polo Ground wickets.
The Zinc Corporation and New Broken Hill Consolidated Cricket Association teams are:
Saturday's Team: J. Burford, K. Bremner, J. Brister, G. Connors, A. Herriman, N. Marshall, W. Menz, J. Nicholson. H. Olds, M. Tremelling, A. Wakefield, N. Davies (12th).
Sunday's Teams: L. Bowden. F. Bird, L. Cook, F. Coles, N. Davies, J. De Cain, W. Menz, J. Muller. D. Roberts, W. Renfrew, A. Rendell.
J. Brister, G. Connors, N. Marshall, A. Herriman, A. Wakefield, H. Old, M. Tremelling, A. Prideaux, K. Parsons, S. Barratt, D. Nadge.
Barrier Miner 8 May 1950
Rugby Union Football
Rugby Union football began it third season here ; on Saturday. In the match in which Town defeated Zinc (6 points to 3), best players were Abbott; Parsons Hart, Bigg, Renshaw, for Town; and for Zinc, Ryan, Whitelaw Roberts, Mason.
To decide a team; to play against Central West a third match was played between players selected from the first four teams. The following selection was made and the following players met the coach (G. Connors) at the Zinc Oval today at 4 p.m.: Cosatto (PS), Anderson (PS), Cox (CPS), Abbott v. (Town),. Begg (Town), Marcroft-4PS.), Reynolds (CPS), Ryan (Z), I. Lynch (PS), Williams (Z), Cooper :(Z), Fuller (PS), Carey (CPS). Lamond (PS), Johnson (PS), Carroll (CPS), Steele' (PS), and Woodlands (PS).
Barrier Miner 11 May 1950
RUGBY UNION CUP GAME
Oh Saturday the Rugby Union will play one of the biggest games of the year.. This is for the Caldwell Cup against Central- Western N.S.W. The team is keen to win On Monday,- Tuesday and Wednesday nights the team had a good run on the Oval under Coach G. Connors. Broken Hill Eighteen will consist of - Anderson, Cox, Casatto, Abbott, Begg, Marcroft, Reynolds, 'Ryan, Lynch, Williams, Cooper, Fuller, Cary, Lamond, Johnston, Carroll, Steels and Woodlands.
As a curtain raiser the RugbyUnion will stage scratch matches ..............................
Barrier Miner 13 May 1950
BASEBALL GAMES
Marist Brothers will meet Zincs in tomorrow's main baseball fixture on Newmarket diamond. Each team is undefeated; with two wins to its credit. Both will be striving to preserve their records. Hornets will meet Rovers at the Excelsior. Rovers have yet to score, but showed improvement in all departments last week. Hornets have selected their strongest team. Third fixture will be between Eagles , and North Juniors. Eagles should be untroubled in defeating the inexperienced former "B" graders. .
HORNETS: N. Fox, F. Trough- ton, R. Turner, J. Percy, N. Brookes, W. Hardwick, R. Clissold, G. Connors, W. Dolman, B. Nolan, D. Dow
Barrier Miner 27 May 1950
ZINCS, HORNETS IN BASEBALL GAME
Zincs and Hornets, level second on the premiership ladder, will settle for supremacy in tomorrow's main baseball match. Features of the play should be batting. Excellent line-ups have been seen in these teams before, and tomorrow's match should be no exception.
HORNETS: N. Fox, F. Trough- ton, R. Turner, J. Percy, N. Brookes. W. Hardwick, R. Glissold, G. Connors, W. Dolman, B. Nolan. D. Dow.
Barrier Miner 5 Jun 1950
LOCAL RUGBY TEAM
Local Rugby Union selectors have chosen the following fifteen players to meet a combined South Australian team at the Zinc Oval on Sunday next:
Full Back: B. Grieves (Zinc); Winger: B. Hart (Town); Winger: J. Miller (Public Service); Out- side . Centre: G. Fuller (Public Service); Inside Centre: B. Arm- strong (Town); Five-eighth: . R. Williams (Zinc); Half Back: J. Lynch (Public Service); Lock Forward: W. Lennox (Public Service) ; Breakaway: J. Reynolds (C.P.S.); Breakaway: J. Thomson (Public Service); Second Row: R. Begg (Town); Second Row: L. Abbott (Town); Front Row: W. Cummins (Town; Front Row: A. Cosatto (Public Service; Hooker: T. Anderson (Public Service ) ; Reserve: Back-B. Young : (Public Service); Reserve: Back -G. Parsons 1 (Town); Reserve: Forward - W. McMasters (Public Service); Reserve: Forward-W. Carroll. (C.P.S.).
The team will train at the Zinc Oval on Tuesday afternoon under coach Geo. Connor. Players are asked to be in attendance by . 4 p.m.
Barrier Miner 17 Jun 1950
Tomorrow's Baseball
Hornets and Eagles equal third on the baseball points table, will provide tomorrow's main fixture at Block 10. With six points each, both teams have a long way to go to catch Marist Bros. (12) and Zincs (10). Hornets, who have given consistently better performances throughout the season, should take honors.
HORNETS: N. Fox. F. Troughton, R. Turner, R. Clissold, W. Hardwick. B. Nolan, J. Percy, N. Brooks, B. Dolman, G. Connors.
Barrier Miner 1 Jul 1950
Marists Lead At Baseball
Eagles, fourth on the points table, will meet Zincs (second) in tomorrow's baseball at the Zinc Oval. Eagles badly need a win. If they lose they will be well behind the leaders, as Hornets and Marist Brothers appear clear winners.
As the points table now stands, Marists have 16 points, Zinc 12, Hornets 10, Eagles 6, North Juniors 4, and Hovens 0.
HORNETS: N. Fox, F. Troughton, B. Turner, R. Clissold, B. Nolan, J. Percy, N. Brooks, B. Dolman, G. Connors.
Barrier Miner 17 Jul 1950
Exciting Baseball
In this season's most thrilling baseball match Marist Brothers defeated Hornets at the Zinc Oval yesterday. Hornets almost caused the greatest upset of the season when they appeared to have the match won in the final innings. In the final stages of the contest, the large crowd was on its toes in a frenzy of excitement.
Hornets showed a return to form which makes them strong contenders for the premiership crown. Troughton gave a sterling performance as Hornets' pitcher, where he succeeded in minimising safe hits. Davis also played well for Marists in that role. Three runners-crossed the home plate for Hornets in the third innings, and they maintained their lead until the sixth, when Marists equalised.
Marists brought two runners home in the seventh, and three in the eighth. Hornets played tightly in the last innings of the match and appeared to have the match won when Marists were two men down and a run behind. Marists' skipper (Ron Adams) won the game with an exhibition of base-running which forced fielders, into errors, enabling two runners to cross.
Scores were:
Marist Bros.; 1, 0, 1, 0, 2, 1, 2, 0, 2-9.
Hornets: 0, 3, 0, 0, 2, 0, 0, 3, 0-8.
Adams Rutter and Daley (Marists); Fox, Troughton, and Connor (Hornets) were the best
players.
Barrier Daily Truth 12 Aug 1950
END OF BASEBALL ROUNDS TOMORROW
Early B Grade Games
Baseball matches tomorrow will I com pi eta the minor round in the 1950 series. Two excellent games In A Grade tfhootd be witnessed when I the four contestants for the finals will meet for the last try out.
Again througn umorseen circumstances the B Grade will have to start at 1.30 p.m. as curtain raisers to A Grades. B Grades can also count this as a serious workout As it happens tomorrow no team will meet their opponents of the first semi final next week. This should be to everyones' advantage. Marist Bros, meet a strong Eagles nine who were unlucky not to clinch the match against Zincs last week. This team has always provided the Marists with plenty of opposition, although at their last meeting the scores indicated a bad beating. It can be taken for granted that Marists are out for a good win, so completing a season of victories, thu- enhancing their prospects for the third premiership straight. At Block 10 are Marists most serious rivals. Zincs and Hornets. This match should progress into an excellent finish, Zincs will have Lennox back in the side and so be at full strength, while Hornets will have a strong line-up. There should be little between these teams as there have been few errors In the past few weeks. Tigers have had their ups and downs but should extend Y.C.W. 1 at the Gas works, while Zinc B's 'will have the edge on Y.C.W. 2. It has been a most interesting contest in B Grade and the finals promise the best yet.
ARRANGEMENTS A GRADE North Juniors, a bye. Zinc v. Hornets— Block 10 (Umpire. J. Dunstan). Marist Bros. v. Eagles — Gasworks (Umpires, R. Hendy, J. O'Brien). B GRADE Zinc v. Y.C.W. 2— Block 10 (Umpire. Warren). Y.C.W. 1 v. Tigers— Gasworks (Um pire, Youngman). H Grade starts 1.30. A Grade starts 3. A GRADE ZINCS: J. McCoy, J. Orum. B. White, M. Lennox, H. Denley, M. Williams, R. Parr, B. Young, B. Frost, N. Barnwell, B. Viles. MARIST BROS.; Davis. Wright, Ruttcr. Daley, T. Baldwin, Hogan, Col mer, Boulus, Dclbrldge, Evans. HORNETS: Fox, Troughton, Turner. Glissold, Percy, Dow, Brookes, Dolman. Hardwtck, Connors, Hanford. B GRADE ZINCS: E. Meredith, J. Pavlich, R. Berkholz, C. Milde, H. Smedman. D. Nicholas. K. McGregor, D. Malthouse, R. Hill, K. Cullen, C. Carey, T. De laney. Y.C.W. 1: E. Baldwin, J. Cunningham, T- Mnhnnov P riinnlnnhnm M Rnlrl.
Barrier Miner 19 Aug 1950
HORNETS AND EAGLES
BASEBALL MATCH
The premiership round of the baseball competition will be commenced tomorrow, when hornets and Eagles v/ill contest the first semi-final at Block 10.
Both teams collapsed miserably last week, but an improvement is expected as tomorrows result will eliminate one of them..
Chains of errors have repeatedly cost victory to Hornets and Eagles, but better baseball should feature tomorrow's match.
Troughton, who has pitched most of Hornets' matches this season, will again occupy the central position. Turner will complete the battery.
Those players in addition to Fox and Brookes, will be key men, and will be' relied upon to produce good form.
Eagles gave some poor showings earlier in the season, but returned to form a few weeks ago. . One of the team's best features has been a tight held, which compensates partly for a ring line. Langman, Herbert, Burt and Corin should be among the stars of the side.
Draw for tomorrow is:
A GRADE
Eagles v. Hornets. Block 10 (umpires, R. Hendy, J. O'Brien). .
A Grade teams are:- ;
HORNETS. Fox. Troughton. Turner, Glissold, Percy, Dow, Brooks, Dolman, Hardwick, Connors, Hanford. -
Barrier Miner 16 Sep 1950
BASEBALL FINAL AT THE ZINC OVAL
Marist Brothers and Hornets will take the diamond at the Zinc Oval tomorrow in the baseball I grand final, which will conclude the 1950 season. Enthusiasts should see one of the season's best matches. The teams are of equal strength and tight fields will guard against fatal errors.
Highlights of the season have been Marists' undefeated record and Hornets' eleventh hour return to form after a series of failures. Although a consistent team in recent years, Hornets have never before been grand finalists. They are confident of taking the premiership for the first time.
Confidence
A season of victories has bolstered the confidence of Marist Brothers, who, should they win the big match, will claim a record hat trick of premierships. Strong batting line-ups will be seen in action, and pitchers will need to produce their best form to reduce big hits. Sam Baldwin, Davis, and Rutter will head Marist batters. Hornets will rely on Turner, Brookes, and Percy. Hornets' battery will comprise Troughton and Turner, which will give , batters strong opposition. Hardwick, who gave a faultless exhibition at short stop last Sunday, will again fill that position and will be a key man in the side. First, second, and third -bases will be occupied by Fox, Clissold, and Connors.
The Davis-Evans battery will be the spearhead of Marists' attack, and the responsibility of "freezing" base-runners will be theirs. Colmer has replaced Delbridge at first base, while Wright re-appears at short stop. Daley and Rutter will have charge of second and third.
The teams are:
MARIST BROTHERS: B. Davis, R. Colmer, J. Daley. D. Rutter, A. Wright, B. Evans, S. Baldwin, F. Hogan. B. Delbridge. Reserves: T. Baldwin, C. Boulus. Coach: R.
Adams.
HORNETS: N. Fox. F. Trough- ton, R. Clissold, G. Connors, W. Hardwick, R. Turner. N. Brooks J. Percy. D. Dow. Reserves: Dolman. Freeman, Dow. Coach: C. Johns.
Barrier Daily Truth 14 Oct 1950
ZINC CRICKET
Wilkem Burniide To Strenfetheii Contractors
Wllkcns Burnsidc should strengthen the Contractors side for this season's fixtures In the Zinc Cricket Association. They have installed their own practice wickets and hove some very keen players who will contribute to some well contested matches during the season.
Staff No. 1 and No. 2 have lined up their players and Underground, last year's premiers have still to complete Fixtures will commence today, and all players are requested to attend at the Zinc Oval by 1.45 p.m. Staff No. 1 team will be selected from the following players: A. Pridcaux, C. Musgrovc, R. Mitchell, F. Bird. 3. Nicholson, L. Carragher, C. Carraeher, L. Woslcy. C. Moncrieff, K. WUjon, J. Coles, A. Kimmins, K. Parsons. STAFF No. 2: G. Connor* R., Ellis, W. Francis, L. Fronds, L. Miller, J Burford, A. Wakeflcld. H. Trezlse, J. Trczlse, B. Brophy, J. McDougall, G. Yuill.
Barrier Daily Truth 21 Oct 1950
KEEN CRICKET PLAY THIS AFTERNOON
ZINC CRICKET Teams for matches commencing today arc as follows: WORKSHOPS: J. Merrott. C. Schrape, Hodge, J. Manuel, G. Jpmcs, A. Wade, H. Cranford, L. Wasldy. L.
MtllCr, w. r rancis, xi. irciiau-, «i- *«»w Gann. ! ' UNDERGROUND: R. Boycc, D. Johns, S. Corridini, C. Bevan, F. Webb, W. Pelgrave, H. Lane, J. Pressler, Bird, RUey, A. McDougall. ' 1 STAFF No. 1: A. Prideaux, F. Bird. L. Carraghen. C. Carraghen, R. Mit chell, K. Parsons, K. Wilson, D. Jones, C. Murray, A. Kimmins, B. Cox. STAFF No. 2: L. Francis, R. Ellis, K. Rozler, F. McMaster, H. Herriman, J. Burford, G. Connor. A. Wakefield, J. Trezisc, B. Brophy, J. Moore.
Barrier Miner 1 Dec 1950
ZINC GAMES
The Zinc Cricket teams will continue their matches tomorrow at the Zinc Oval. Staff will meet Mill and Surface in tomorrow's competition. Younger members of the Staff team have shown improvement under the wing of coach Arthur Richardson.
Teams:
STAFF: G. Connor, J. Burford, D. Jones, A. Herriman, L.' Carragher, B. Noble, F. Bird, D. Oxley, R. Dooland, J. Brisler, J. Nicholson, E. Hooper, A. . Wake- field.
MILL: L. Rook (capt.), G. Merritt, D. Johns, J. Trezise, R. Boyce, D. Acton, F. Webb, P. Cox, H. Trezise, F. McMaster, K. James A. McDonald.
Barrier Daily Truth 10 Feb 1951
ALL GRADES COMMENCE NEW ROUND
ZINC GAMES Outright Win For Mill. The Mill. team had a. surprising win over the Workshop team in the; match' just concluded.. Workshops scored 110 in | ;hclr first innings and declared with 8; for 60 in the second innings.' Mill, which had scored 131 In Its first Innings. werc| left' with an hour to play with the chance of bs^ng dismissed uhder the required1 runs. However, G. Merritt and D. Johns | clinched the victory with good knocks of | 41 and 37 respectively, each scoring seven1 boundaries apiece, and Mill finished with 5 for 105 at stumps. 1 G. Merritt finished with the good figures of 5 for 23 off eight overs agalnsl Workshops in the sccond innings. In the match to commence today between Mill and Staff the teams are:— MILL: D. Acton, R. Boyce, D. Johns, R.. Henry, R. LandorCf, G. Merritt, 'F McMaster, A. Parsons, K. Parsons, J. Trezlse, H. Trezise, F. Webb. STAFF; J. Burlord, J. Brlitow, J. Ralph, C. Carraghcr, E. Hooper. A. Hcr rlrotm, D; Joneft, R. Doolnn, P. Monahan, G. Connor, A. Wakefield.
Barrier Miner 21 Apr 1951
Baseball Season Opens Sunday; Strong Teams
The 1951 baseball season will be opened tomorrow when both A Grade matches will be decided at Block 10 ground. Main match will be between Hornets and Eagles. Both teams have been strengthened by the inclusion of new players, and supporters should see a tight match to start the competition. Hornets, runners up in last year's premiership nave had some exciting matches with Eagles. They will meet on level terms tomorrow.
HORNETS: F. Troughton., (c.), N. Fox, W. Dolman, N. Brooks, G. Connor, G. Percy, G. Bloomfield, G. ,Tomms, K. Gulliver, J. Percy, R. Noble, W. . Hardwicke, J. May, G. Henderson.
Barrier Daily Truth 21 Apr 1951
ZINC CRICKET
W. S. ROBINSON SHIELD Much Interest Is centred on the match to be played on the Zinc Oval, commencing at 10 am. on Sunday This is the W. S. Robinson Shield, annual nmt'h contested by Zinc and N.B.H.C.. won last season by the fore A feature- r! this match Is the participation by many league players, and the match Is miully ktcnly contested, *.vllh i l»Uh stuurlard cf crirket t-2lng played. Players are to !.-? r-'-lCi'trd from the followin-: Ji.-.is. N.B.H.C.: «. iiarn tt. R. Eoswell, G. Connor. W. Elliott, C. Herbert, M. Mo L'lure, K. Carrol. W. R utter, ft. Roesyler, !?'. sotnn.'iw. It. To/.er, L. Wasley. A. Wakefield. Zinc: R. AdaiiLs. C. Carroll, W. Pel iravo. C. Cahill. R. Cclmer, J. Crace, G. Davison, J. Langman, H. -Lane, W. Mcnz. L. Miller. J. Phllllos. D. Wright.
Barrier Miner 28 Apr 1951
BASEBALL COMPETITION
Baseball teams are back to practically full strength with the return of prominent players, and tighter play: will feature tomorrow's games. Barring surprises, Hornets, Marist Bros., and Eagles should take the "A" grade honors.
Hornets’ pitcher Troughton showed by his performance last week that he was in as fine form as ever at the mound. He will need to repeat this form tomorrow against Zincs, who have a few big hitters. Other prominent players at training this week were Hardwick Dolman. Fox. Dow and juniors Bloomfield and Maxwell.
HORNETS: F. - Troughton, N. Fox, W. Dolman R. Turner. G. Connors, G. Bloomfield, W. Hardwick, G. Tomms, K. Gulliver, J. May, Maxwell.
Barrier Miner 5 May 1951
BASEBALL PLANS
Marist Bros. and Hornets will clash at the Zinc Oval in tomorrow's main baseball match. Only other match will be between Eagles and Zincs at Block 10. Both Marists and Hornets are undefeated to dace, and as they will be fielding their strongest sides, admirers may look forward to a first-class match. Marists narrowly defeated Hornets in last season's grand-final in a match which kept spectators on their toes until the final put- out. Tomorrow's match could easily be a re-enactment of the game.
WINNING BATTERY. Marists have retained their premiership winning battery; Davis and Evans. Already the combination has struck top form, as only one run has been scored against Marists in the two matches played. Fox has replaced Turner as catcher. Pitcher Troughton is throwing at his best and has not allowed a run to date. Return of Percy to the side heightens Hornets' prospects. Result of the match is impossible to predict. Hornets have improved on their excellent form of last year, and have an even chance of downing the premiership team.
HORNETS: F. Troughton, N. Fox, W. Dolman, R. Turner, W. Hardwick, I. Percy, G. Connors, D. Dow, Maxwell, G. Bloomfield, G. Toms, K. Gulliver.
Barrier Miner 14 May 1951
BASEBALL MARRED BY ROUGH WEATHER
Adverse weather marred all baseball matches yesterday. Pitchers were on top and there were few big hits.
Forcing YCW into errors late in the match, Hornets had a 13-4 win at Block 10 ground.
Excellent pitching by Trough- ton and superiority in batting and base-running won the day for Hornets.
Troughton, aided by a strong following wind, gained several K2's and forced YCW batters to hit flies. He allowed a few walks.
Connors and Fox were in good form with the bat.
Hornets were first to score, when they crossed twice in the third innings. They held the lead until the fifth, when a batting rally and a chain of fielding errors allowed YCW to lead 4-2.
FIELD ASTRAY
In following innings YCW fielding was astray and Hornets piled on run after run. YCW pitcher, Groutsch, was on top for the first part for the match, scoring K2's and minimising safe hits. But later he was out of touch. Mahon and Baldwin were reliable in the. field and batting box.
Barrier Miner 19 May 1951
KEEN INTEREST IN BASEBALL GAMES
With the possibility of Broken Hill fielding a team at forthcoming Country Carnival series in Adelaide interest is mounting in the baseball competition. Tomorrow's matches will complete the first round. There is every indication that the Country Carnival this year will be the best yet held. All States will be represented at the Commonwealth-Jubilee Baseball Championship series, which will be held at the carnival.
The carnival will be from July 28 to August 6, and it will be discussed at a general meeting oh Tuesday night.
IMPROVED FORM
North Juniors and. Hornets are expected to provide an interesting match at Block 10 No. 2 diamond. Norths' improved form has been surprising and they have an excellent chance of downing the more experienced team. Arnold, Cullen, Crase and Errington are showing good form. Hornets, fresh from a good win over Y.C.W. last week, will be all out to finish the round with another victory. Players expected to do well are Troughton, Turner, Dolman and Hardwick.
Hornets: F. Troughton, N. Fox, W. Dolman, W. Hardwick, J. Percy, C, Bloomfield, G. Connors, D. Dow, Toms, Maxwell.
Barrier Daily Truth 28 May 1951
NIL-ALL DRAW IN RUGBY
Neither team scored In a grim battle between Town and Zinc Rugby Union teams at the Zinc Oval on Saturday. The match was doggedly fought from whistle to whistle and there was so few opportunities that from the spectators' viewpoint the match was the dullest of the season. In the solidity of their play Zinc showed a 100 per cent improvement on their first match with Town, when they were defeated 23 — 6. but the team still needs training in tactical moves. Town also failed in tactics. Each side played a conventional game through out and each defended so strongly that headway was Impossible. Almost every back line move was squashed before it had got under way and no player was given an opportunity to shine out. Of the few moves that were started at least half resulted in loss of ground when the moving side rah or was forced backwards. 'In terms of ground gained Town had ; a, slight advantage due to the forceful ? tactics of heavyweight players like Bud Abbott arid Rusty Bogg. Several. times these men pushed through, but;. poor handling on their part and determined pouncing by Zinc backs prevented them from making the goal line. A number of Town players were over-enthusiastic and were 'repeatedly penalised by referee George Connors, who had a sharp eye for off sides. Zinc were unlucky not to score from a penalty given close to the goal posts in the first half. There were only' four real scoring moves throughout the game and each side was responsible for two of them.
Barrier Daily Truth 7 Jun 1951
Rugby Rep. Team To Play On Saturday
The Broken Hill representative rugby team will play two, matches at the Zinc Oval on Saturday afternoon In their first full scale trial run before leaving for Sydney. The team will meet Armidale at the Sydney Showgrounds on June 10 to play the main curtain raiser before the All Blacks -New South Wales match. The program for Saturday is a one hour match with Zinc and a second match of similar length with the Town team. The rep. team has been training during the week and is expected to put on a well drilled exhibition. The teams playing are: Rep. team: r. Stewart. II. Wood, M. Lnmly, G. Fuller leapt.). B. Hart. B. Davics, I. Roberts. J. Thomson, L. Abbott, R. Begg, W. Whiley, N. Cummins, O. Louahlan. W. McMasters. Reserves: G. William.*. B. Quinn. M. Workman. Zinc:-D. Northeast. T. Bnlh, A. Tur ner, A. Whitclaw, J. O'Brien, C. L-iine,t. K. Bird. L. Brown. K. Lynch, D. Wood lands. B. Clarke. M. Hall. D. Campbell C. Jack. B. Johnsoh, M. NicnabCr, D. Wilson. Town : D. Clarke. D. Wally, D. Wood. Louse, N. O'Brien. J. Kennedy. L. Begg, A*. Cossatto, N. Kershaw, P. Burke. .1. Ross, J. Woods, J. McMahon. J. Nnr delli. L. Fit^iiatrick', L.. Wright. The rep.'tenm is a sturdy one with an average weight of 12 stone 8 lbs. and cn average age of 22]. The forward? average over 13 r.lone with Bill Mc Masters the heaviest at 15 stone. Mere than half the team have of' fcred for selection for the Combine^ Country team which will play Durvtroen College nt Canberra on June 20 and'wil! return to Sydney Jo play City in the curtain ralccr to the first All Blacks' Test. Saturday's matches will be refereed by Mr. George Connor. Proceeds from gate takings will assist travelling players.
Barrier Miner 23 Jun 1951
Hornets To Win?
Hornets, who broke through to defeat Marist Bros. last Sunday should continue their winning way when they meet Y.C.W. on the Excelsior diamond. Troughton - and Fox showed that they are the most scientific battery in A grade. Y.C.W., although fifth on the points table, will be out to avenge their previous defeat and the task should not be beyond them. Groutsch, Baldwin and Mullane will be in key positions.
A-grade points table is: Marist Bros. 14 (average 54, 54), Hornets 14 (21 03). North Juniors 9 Ul.33). eagles 6 (8.14), Y.C.W. 4 (5.36), Zincs 1 (2.75).
Hornets: F. Troughton (capt.), N. Fox. W. Dolman. W. Hardwick. R. Turner, J. Percy, D. Coles. D. Dew. D Maxwell. Reserves: G. Connor, G. Toms.
Barrier Miner 7 Jul 1951
FINAL ROUND OF BASEBALL
THE TEAMS. A GRADE
Hornets: G. Bloomfield, N. Fox, W. Dolman, J. Percy, R. Turner, W. Hardwick, D. Coles, D. Dow, D. Maxwell, Reserves: G. Connor, G. Toms, F. Troughton.
Barrier Miner 21 Jul 1951
BASEBALL PLANS
Interest centres in the Zincs-Hornets match at Block 10 No. 1. Zincs have been strengthened by three key men from North Juniors. The Frost to Arnold battery may give Hornets some anxious moments. Hornets are spelling star pitcher Fred Troughton. George Bloomfield has been an able deputy .
HORNETS: G. Bloomfield, N. Fox, W. Dolman, W. Hardwick, R. Turner, J. Percy, D. Coles, D. Dow, D. Maxwell. Reserves: G. Connor, G. Toms, F. Troughton.
Barrier Miner 28 Jul 1951
BASEBALL PLAY SHOULD BE KEEN
Joint baseball competition leaders, Hornets and Marist Bros., will meet tomorrow it the Turf Oval in a match which could decide the minor premiership. Hornets are confident of dethroning Marist Bros, who have been premiere for the past three years. Bloomfield (Hornets), de spite his inexperience, is a capable pitcher. Chris Carroll will probably bear the brunt of Marist pitching, and with two warm-up games behind him may be dangerous. Both teams have -strong batting line-ups and the clash should produce the best baseball of the round.
THE TEAMS
HORNETS: G. Bloomfield, N. Fox. W. Dolman. W. Hardwick, R. Turner, J. Percy, D. Coles. D. Dow, G. Connor. Reserves: D. Maxwell, G. Toms, F. Troughton.
Barrier Miner 11 Aug 1951
Hard Play Likely In Baseball
Although the results of tomorrow's baseball matches will have no bearing on the semi-finals next week, hard play is expected. The four semi-finalists will clash and should give some indication of their chances in the finals. Marist Bros. will play Eagles at Block 10, No. 1 and Hornets will play North Juniors at the Turf Oval. Play should be keen in both these matches and should be close. YCW and Zincs will meet in other game - their last for the season.
HORNETS: W. Hardwick, N. Fox, W. Dolman, D. Coles, R. Turner, J. Percy, G. Toms, D. Dow, G. Connor. Reserves: D. Maxwell, F. Troughton.
Barrier Miner 18 Aug 1951
STRONG TEAMS IN BASEBALL PLAY
Spectacular baseball is expected in tomorrow's baseball semi-finals, in which Marist Bros. will play Hornets and Y.C.W., Eagles.
Main interest centres round the Hornets-Marists clash at the Turf Oval. The teams have been keen rivals for premiership honors in past years, with Marist Bros. doing the better. However, Hornets have developed into a powerful combination battery in top form. Marists' strong batting line up may be hard put to score. On the other hand, Ron Adams has been pitching with venom and accuracy and with souhtpaw Chris Carroll available for variety, Hornets' batters are due for a torrid time.
HORNETS: F. Troughton (capt.), N. Fox, W. Dolman, W. Hardwick, R. Turner, J. Percy, D. Coles, D , Dow, G. Connor. Reserves: G. Bloomfield (P), G. Toms, D. Maxwell.
Barrier Miner 20 Aug 1951
HORNETS AND EAGLES WIN AT BASEBALL !
Hornets and Eagles scored convincing wins over Marist Bros (3 times grand premiers) and Y.C.W. in the baseball semi-finals yesterday. Troughton's pitching was the telling factor in Hornets' win. The Hornet's star, after a mediocre start, struck form and after the first four innings Marist Bros. batters scored only scattered safe hits. Hornets batters provided plenty of excitement and a highlight, was Connor's home runs over centre field. Hardwick also hit a homer. Hornets fielding was superior to that of Marists,' who made many errors. Best for. Hornets were; Troughton, Percy and Dolman and for Marists: Adams, Wright and T. Baldwin shone.
Barrier Daily Truth 8 Sep 1951
Baseball Grand Final At Turf Oval Tomorrow
Marist Brothers and Hornets will clash on the I Turf Oval. diamond tomorrow in the 1951 A grade grand final. .Both teams are noted for the exciting type of baseball, they play and a keen game is antici pated to decide the premiership honors. I
The game will commence at 2.30 p.m. and will be controlled by Umpire Hendy in the central position, assisted by Umpires Corkill (1st base), Youngman -2nd base), and Warren (3rd base). The playing area has been: defined and the association will en force the rule that players in uniform, two coaches for each team and the scorers are the only per sons permitted in that area. Any infringement of the rule by spectators will only cause a delay in the game. It. Is expected that the match will ' be a fitting end to the 1951 series. Some of the association's leading players will be seen in action and the teamwork of both teams has reached the stage where only a match will decide which is the better side. The match will be the fifth encounter between th two teams, this year. To date each team has won two matches, and if they are to be a guide to Sunday's game It is certain that the winners will not be known until practically the last ball is pitched, and that during the game there will never be a dull moment Both teams have the reputation of fighting back, and a lead part way through the match will not necessarily mean a win for that club. A keen pitching duel is expected between Adams (MB) and Trough ton (H). Both men are in good form, but nevertheless they will be looking forward to and relying a great deal on strong support from their catchers. The batting line ups, which could be a deciding factor, will be similar to those in the semi-final, although Hornets will be without Connor, one of their strong hitters [sent to Nigeria]. However, there are other men in the side who are at present bat ting well and are potential runget tors. Marists also have a strong line^; up;a|id; many of their batters will need careful watching. MARISTS: Adams 1, Evans 2pr Boulus 3, Daley 4, Rutter 5, Colil;* mer 6, Wright 7, Baldwin 8, Car roll 9. Reserve: F. Loy.
Barrier Daily Truth 12 Sep 1951
Hornets Baseball . Averages
Batting
AB SF R Av
D. Maxwell 14 5 1 357
I Percy 58 20 18 345
G. Connor 56 19 10 333
V. Fox 76 25 32 326
D. Dow . 37 27 13 310
J. Coles ..... 47 14 10 298
V. Dolman 81 23 21 281
Trougtiton 62 16 12 256
W. Hardwick 72 18 20 250
Turner- . 74 16 18 210
Bloomfleld . 39 8 7 205
Toms 19 2 4 105
'At Bat' excludes walks and sacrifice hits. .
SEE NIGERIAN LETTERS FOR THIS PERIOD
Sunday Herald 20 Jan 1952
Latest Contributions To "Herald" Appeal For Lifesaving
Contributions yesterday to the "Herald's" appeal for funds for the N.S.W. Surf Life Saving Association were:
Mr. and Mrs. G. B. Connor .. ₤2/ 2/ 0
Barrier Miner 23 Sep 1952
Zinc Cricket Season
The Zinc and N.B.H.C. Cricket Association will start its matches for the current season on October 11. A spokesman for the association said four teams, as in the past would appear in this season's competitions. They are Staff. Workshop, Underground and Mill,
At a meeting the association elected office bearers. Sir Norman Mighell and Mr. L. B. Robinson were elected patrons, Mr. R. Pitman Hooper, president; Mr. K. Parsons, chairman; Mr. Angus Wakefield, vice chairman, secretary and press representative; and Mr. G. Connor, assistant secretary. '
Barrier Miner 13 Oct 1952
CRICKET AT ZINC
At the N.B.H.C- Oval Staff started off well against the Mill and were two down for 88. The following batsmen, however, collapsed and Staff were all out for 122.
Mill's stump score was two for 71. Outstanding batsmen for Staff were G. Connor 37, F. Bird 30, and J. Charlton 17. In the bowling for Mill, J. Baumgertul took three for 23 and C. Bastian caused panic among the tail-enders, finishing with three for seven. The match will be concluded next week.
Barrier Miner 20 Oct 1952
KEEN PLAY IN ZINC CRICKET
Underground had a first innings win over Workshop, and Staff also won in its first innings from the Mill, in the Zinc-N.B.HC. cricket competition on Saturday.
STAFF VICTORY
In Staffs' second innings J. Kavanagh and P. Minahan put on 129 in about 32 minutes in a ninth wicket partnership stand. The pair scored at the rate of about four runs a minute. Kavanagh's score of 72 included three sixes and nine fours and Minahan's 53 included two sixes and six fours. . Spin bowler C. Bastian took the bowling honors for the Mill with 5/52.
Mill.-First innings 94.
Staff .-First innings: 122.
Second Innings: J. Charlton, c R. Boyce, b J. Baumgurtel, 15; A. Wakefield, b C. Bastian, 17; F. Bird, b C. Bastian. 19; G. Connor, c R Landorf, b C. Bastian, 7; R. Mitchell.-b C. Bastian, 1: M. Richards, lbw. b K. Par sons, 9; D. McLennan, b J Baumgurtel, 7; J Kavanagh not out 72; C. Hurford Jones, st R. Boyce, b G Bastian,. 1; P. Minahan, b K. Parsons, 53; sundries, 9: 9 for 210.
Bowling: R. Landorf 0/16 J. Baumgurtel 2/33. K. Parson 2/27, C. Bastian 5/52 R Henry 0/27, R. Bowden 0/7, Scanlon 0/18, P. McKenna 0/14. R. Boyce 0/7.
Barrier Miner 24 Oct 1952
Zinc Cricket
In the second game of the Zinc-N.B.H. cricket com- petition tomorrow, Staff will play Underground at the Zinc Oval and Workshop will be opposed to Mill at the N.B.H.C. grounds.
The Staff team is:-A.Wakefield, G. Connors, F.I Bird, G. Charlton, A. Her rimen, J. Gauci, P. Mina ham, M. Richards, R. Mit- chell, R. Dooland, D. Mc Lennam, E. Hooper.
Barrier Miner 29 Oct 1952
ZINC - N.B.H. CRICKET
The Staff team was dismissed for 66 runs in their first innings against Under- ground in the second game of the Zinc-N.B.H.C. cricket competition at the Zinc Oval Saturday. W. Gleeson took the bowling honors for Underground and finished" with eight for 24. All his victims , were caught. A. Herriman batted well for his top score of 22, but was finally caught off Gleeson's bowling.
Staff.-1st Innings: Charlton, c and b Renfrew,11: Wakefield, c Stevens, b Gleeson, 1; Bird, c McKenzie, b Gleeson, ' 3 ; Connor, c McKenzie, b Gleeson, 8: Herriman, c Horwood, b Gleeson, 22; Mitchell, c. Lovell, b Gleeson, l; Minahan, c McKenzie, b Glee- son, 12; Richards, c Lovell b Gleeson, 0; Jones,, not out. 4; Hooper, c White, b Glee- son, 0; McLennan, c McKenzie, b Dingle, 0; sun- dries. 4; total, 66. Bowling: Renfrew 1/35, Gleeson 8/24. Dingle 1/3.
Barrier Miner 10 Nov 1952
Staff v Shop
At the N.B-H. Oval Workshop had lost two wickets for 20 runs in their first innings, in reply to Staff's first innings total of 144; For Staff, Bird played a solid knock and made 75 runs before he was caught by Roeszler off Steven's bowling. McEwen struck a length in his opening over, and taking full use of the strong breeze, finished with three wickets for 21 runs. Stevens took 2/19 and Cunningham took two of the tail-enders' wickets for the loss of 14 runs. In Workshops' first innings two wickets fell cheaply and at stumps, Workshops were two down for 20 runs.
Scores:
STAFF, first innings. Charlton, b, McEwen; 13; Herriman, b. George, 15; Bird, c Roeszler, b Stevens, 75; Connor, b McEwen 2; Mitchell, b Wasley. 6; Cav-ender, b McEwen, 14; Wake- field, b Cunningham. 6; Gauci b Stevens, 0; Mina ham, c Judd, b Cunningham, 0: Richards, b Stevens,. 1; McLennan. not out, 0; Sundries, 12.-Total,- 144.
Barrier Miner 24 Nov 1952
KEEN CRICKET IN ZINC CONTESTS
Mill had an easy win over Staff, and Workshop and Underground drew with 95 runs each in the first of the one-day matches in the Zinc-N.B.H. cricket competition on Saturday.
At the Zinc Oval, Staff made 77 in its first innings and Mill, with steady batting and hard hitting tactics, compiled 156 runs.
K. Dwyer played a forceful innings for Mill and had added 51 before he played a ball back to bowler Herriman and was caught . G. Connor did best for Staff with a solid 30. He overplayed one of House's deliveries and was clean bowled. In this match. Mills all rounder. G. Merritt, was largely responsible for Mills win. Besides making 46 he took six of the staff wickets for the loss of 52 runs.
The Scores
Staff first innings.-C Plunkett, b G. Merritt 7; A Wakefield, c and b G. Merritt 5; R. Doolan, c Olds, b Merritt 23; A. Herriman. lbw, b R. Landorf 9; F. Bird, c Tresize, b Merritt 0; J. Charlton, run out 0: G. Connor, b A. House 30; A. R. Mitchell, lbw, b G. Merritt 0; P. Minahan, b G. Merritt 0; D. McLennan, c C. Bastian, b A. House 0; M. Richards, not out, 2. Sundries 1. Total 77. Bowling: R. Landorf 1/17, G. Merritt 6/52, A. House 2/5.
Barrier Miner 24 Nov 1952
ENGINEER UNIT HERE IN NEW YEAR
The 16th Army Engineer Unit of the C.M.F. is expected to be in full swing in Broken Hill early in the new year.
Announcing this today Lt.-Col. P. C. Stevens. the CO. of the Regiment, said this would make Broken Hill one of the few country centres where a technical unit had been raised. Officers of the unit are all local men excepting the Adjutant Quarter-Master (Lt C Kelsey).
The officers are: Major R. O. K. T. Moodie, second in command of the regiment; Lt. R. T. Madigan, Major C. C. Knott, M.B.E. O.C. of the 37th Field Squadron, Captain J. T Burnett, Lt. R. J. Parsons and Lt. Sweetapple. Lt. Kelsey, arrived here at the weekend to make preliminary arrangements for the establishment of training quarters.
New Barracks
A £20,000 barracks will be built here covering a drill hall, administrative offices and quarters for members of the permanent army who will be stationed in Broken Hill.
At first six permanent army men will be stationed here but that number will be increased as the regiment expands.
During the first week in December ten members of the 23rd Construction Squadron will arrive to get construction work under way. They will stay for about two months and then the permanent staff will arrive at intervals as the quarters become available.
All National Service trainees in the Broken Hill district will be posted to the regiment to complete their national service training.
They will be required to do 26 days training a year for three years. This will include 12 days night parades and a further 14 days annual camp.
For 2 Years
Lt. - Col. Stevens said there were no particular requirements for men wishing to join the regiment. It would be an advantage to have ex-servicemen in the group. Although the age limit was 35 years it could be waived in the case of experienced soldiers. Men joining the regiment would sign on for a minimum of two years with optional renewals after that time. They would be required to do two hours parade one night each week, occasional weekend, bivouacs and an annual camp of 14 days each year in conjunction with the National Service trainees.
Lt.-Col. Stevens said an engineering regiment was set up in Broken Hill because it was best suited to the occupation of the majority of the people. Training would consist of drilling in small arms, road construction, mine warfare, water supplies, bobby traps, demolition, bridge construction, jobs with block and tackle, map reading and other engineering training.
Several enquiries have already been received regarding recruiting for the unit.
Barrier Miner 1 Dec 1952
MILL/STAFF WIN ZINC CRICKET
Mill and Staff were the winning teams in the Zinc-N.B.H.C. cricket competition on Saturday: The matches were one-day fixtures and some good performances were registered.
Features of the Staff Underground match was a good opening knock by John Charlton for Staff, an aggressive 63 by R. Dooland and G. Connor's 30. H. Dingle was the out- standing bowler for the innings with four for five, including the hat trick. Underground started off quickly,-. but with A. Herriman in top form with the ball the side was out for 115. Herriman bowled unchanged and finished with 8-51.
Staff. 1st Innings - J., Charlton, c W. Rigden, b W Behr, 26: C. Plunkett, b Lackman, 0; F. Bird, c Lackman, b W. Renfrew, 1: R. Doolan, b W. Behr, 63:. G Connor, c. Lackman, b H. Dingle. 30: A. Herriman, b W. Behr, 13; R. Mitchell, o Davies, b H. Dingle, 1; A. Wakefield, not out, 5: P. Minahan, c W. Renfrew, H- Dingle, 0; M. Richards, b H.. Dingle, 0; D. McLennan, not out, 2; Sundries, 20. Total, 9 for 161. Bowling: J. Lackman 1-17, R. Davies 0-27. W. Renfrew 1-21, W. Rigden 0-15, W. Gleeson 0-26, W. Behr 3-33, H. Dingle 4-5.
Barrier Miner 8 Dec 1952
ZINC AND N B H CRICKET MATCHES
Staff had an easy win over Workshop at the Zinc Oval and Underground defeated Mill at the N.B.H. Oval in the mines cricket competition games on Saturday. Saturday's games were the last for the year and two day matches will be resumed after the mines Christmas resumption.
Staff v Workshop
Staff, 1st. Innings,; J. , Charlton, c and b R. Ralph 41; A. Wakefield, run out 11; G. Connor, b I. McEwen 0; W. Edwards, run out 36; P. Minahan, b I. McEwen 13; JD. McLennan, c L. Wasley, b R. Ralph 3; C Hereford Jones, not out 2 ; Sundries 3. Six wickets for 109.
Bowling: R. Ralph 2/53, I McEwen 2/28, K. Sedunary 0/3, R. Shaw 0/9, J. Fenton 0/13.
Workshops, 1st. Innings. L. Wasley, b G. Connor 13; K.- brewster, b P. Minahan 0; K. Sedunary, lbw, b G. Connor 12; D. McEwen, c W. Edwards, b P. Minahan 15; J. Fenton b J. Charlton 14; R. Shaw, lbw,. b J. Charlton 0; R. Ralph, hot out 8; L. Thiele, b P. Minahan 0; M. O'Leary,' c J. Charlton, b P. Minahan 0; Sundries 6. Eight wickets for 68.
Bowling: P. Minahan 4/25, G. Connor. 2/21, J; Charlton .2/5, A. Wakefield 0/7. - ,
Barrier Miner 5 Jan 1953
Mine Managers' Examinations
Mine Managers' Examinations were held in, October. 1952. Results:-,
Passes: R. H Cuthbert, 1; B. W. Sowry, 2; E. D. Knott, 3.
The following, in alphabetic order all obtained passes: R. P. Cawdle, G. B. Connor, L. T. Denniss, L. T. Nicholls, B. A. Oliver, J. S. Purvos.
Barrier Miner 19 Jan 1953
KEEN CRICKET IN ZINC AND N.B.H. MINES' GAMES
Underground had an outright win over Workshop and staff won on the first innings against Mill in the Zinc-N.B.H. Cricket Associaton's games, on Saturday.
At the N.B.H.C. Oval, Mill could only with 187 runs to Staff’s first innings total of 244. Boyce and Dwyer looked dangerous and the pair added a 63 runs, partnership before Dwyer overplayed a good length delivery from Herriman and was bowled. When Boyce was joined by Parsons the pair put up a good ninth wicket stand, but Boyce was rapped on the pads and was given but leg before wicket from Connor's bowling. He finished up with the best bowling figures for the day with 3/18. J. Moore did well behind the wickets. He stumped McKenna and only allowed two sundries.
Staff.--1st innings, 244.
Mill-1st innings: C. Bastian, lbw. b A Nerriman 1; K. Parsons, b A. Nerriman 9; G. Merritt, b P. Minahan, 5; R. Boyce, lbw, b G. Connor, 63; A. Howse, b G. Connor, 21; H; Tresize, b M. Dunlevy, 11; R. Landor .b M. Dunlevy, 2; K. Dwyer, b A. Herriman, 39; P. McKenna, st. J. Moore, b J. Charlton, 5; A. Parsons, not out, 24; B. Hen dry, b G. Connor, 0; sundries, 2; total, 187. Bowling: P. Minahan 1/31, A. Herriman 3/39, G. Connor 3/18, M. Dunlevy 2/40, M. Day 0/16, F. Bird 0/33, J. Charlton 0/10. j
Barrier Miner 20 Feb 1953
Zinc Cricket
Staff defeated Workshops in the Zinc - N.B.H.C. cricket contest. Staff totalled 115, to which Connor contributed 31 Plunkett 30, and Moore 20. Workshops replied with 73, of which 15 were made by Calleja and11 by Sedunary. For Zinc Ralph took four wickets for 43 and McEwen three for 19. Best for Workshops' battery were Minahan (four for 34) and Miller (four for 20).
Barrier Miner 16 Mar 1953
ZINC-N B H GAME IN PREMIERSHIP
The first day's play in the Zinc-N.B.H. cricket premiership at the Zinc Oval between Staff and Underground was interesting. Staff had first use of the wicket; and at one stage, with only five wickets down for 134, seemed set for an imposing total. However, three wickets fell without any addition to the score and the complexion of the game changed in Underground's favor. A partnership by Wakefield and Mitchell, who added 40 runs for the ninth wicket, pushed the Staff's score to 173. For Underground, R. White, bowled exceptionally well, taking six for 38 from 11 overs.
In reply Underground have lost 2/13. Scores:
STAFF, 1st. Innings. Charlton, lbw White 13 Plunkett, lbw Gleeson 5 Doolan, c McKenzie, b White 38 Herreman, stp. McKenzie, b White 21 Bird, b White. 40 Miller, b White 13 Kavenagh, c Delbridge, b White 0 Minahan, b Lackman 0 Mitchell, c Stevens b Dingle, 21 Wakefield, not out 15 Connor, absent 0 Sundries 7 TOTAL .. 173
Barrier Miner 30 Mar 1953
ZINC PREMIERS
Staff won their first premiership since the inception of the Zinc-N.B.H. Cricket Association six years ago, when they soundly defeated Under- ground outright in the final completed on Saturday.
Staff carried their over week total of 6/90 to 161, giving them a lead on the second innings of 207 runs Underground started badly and then totally collapsed for the meagre total of 57. Two of their tail end batsmen were absent, and that added to Underground's bad showing, but at no time did the batsmen feel confident, except possibly Lackman, who scored 22 of his team's tally of 57.
When Staff resumed their innings, Wakefield and Miller added 48 runs to the total before Wakefield was dismissed with the score at 156. Mitchell then partnered Miller and, later with Kavanagh, pushed the score to 161. Scores:
STAFF. First innings.173
UNDERGROUND First innings.126
STAFF Second Innings; Charlton, lbw, b White 3; Plúnkett, b Lackman. 3; Doolan, b Gleeson. 6; Harriman, c Lackman, b Gleeson. 0; Bird,, c Delbridge, b Lackman 30; Glasson, b Lackman .. 31; Wakefield b Dingle. 28 Miller, b Davey ... 31; Mitchell, b Renfrew . 17; Kavanagh, run out . 0; Minahan, not but 3; Sundries. 19; Total. 161 Bowling: Gleeson 2/21, Lack- man 3/32, White 1/43, Dingle 1/15. Davey 1/26 and Ren- frew 1/11.
UNDERGROUND Second innings. White, c Doolan, b Miller 1; Lackman, b Harriman . 22; Dyer, c Connor, b Minahan 6; Dingle, b Minahan. 6; Renfrew, b Bird . 11; Gleeson, c Plunkett, b Miller. 6; Stevens, run out. 0; Behr, b Miller. 1; McKenzie, not out. 1; Davey, absent 0; Delbridge. absent 0; Sundries. 3 Total. 57 Bowling: Minahan 2/24, Miller 3/18, Harriman 1/6 and Bird 1/4.
SMH 21 Aug 1953 Births
CONNOR (nee Whiting).-At Broken Hill, to Mr. and Mrs. George Connor-a daughter (Catherine).
Barrier Daily Truth 10 Oct 1953
ZC/NBHC | Cricket
The ZC/NBHC competition will start today with four teams — Underground, Mill, Workshops and Staff — at .full .strength, with stalwarts of last year well to the fore and new blood to be tried out. Zinc Oval: Mill v Workshops. Mill: J. Gibson. R. Boyije, C. Bastian, H. Wellington, R. Roberts, S. Parsons. G. [Merritt, R. Landorf, P. Mc Kexrna, R. Hendry, R^ Blake. I Workshops .(tiom): .1 Fcnton, L. Waslcr, R. Ralph. J. McEwin, J. Fltzgeralfi, T. Delaney,.K. Harkness, K. Sedunary, B. Shepley, fI. Charlton,- A. Vincent. A. Cullcn, R. Kelly. M. O'Leo ry. S. Collegia.
NBHC Oval: Underground v Stall: These teams battled out last season's premiership with the Staff getting the upper hand. Underground From: H. Dingle. R. White. W. Glee son, L. Guyer. T. McKcnzic, j: Porrv. D. Wilson. A. Tvp-I dale. W. Behr. M. Wat;.s. W. James. W. Hen (rev.'. Staff (from): P. .Minahan, M. Miller, F. Bird, A. Wakefield, A. Herriman. G. Connor, R. Doolan, D. Mc Lennon, D. Oxley. F. Nelson, A. Wright, R.. Mitchell, R. Prenton.
Barrier Miner 8 Dec 1953
KEEN CRICKET IN MINE PLAY
In the Zinc-N.B.H.C. Association's match at the Zinc Oval between Staff and Mill, the former, after a run of small scores compiled 184 in their first innings. A. Wright top scored with 41 and W. Bonaguro, having his first game with Staff, did well to score 28. A. Wakefield made 22 and Nelson 21. This score might be too great for Mill to pass.
Scores:
Staff, 1st innings: D. Oxley, b Landorf, 6; A. Wright, c Gibson, b Landorf, 41; R. Doolan, b Wellington. 2; F. Bird, b Wellington, 17: P. Nelson, c Scanlon, b Blake, 21; J. Daley, b Gibson, 17; W. Bonaguro, st. Boyce, b Bastian, 28: A. Wakefield, b Bastian, 22; D. McLennan, not out, 10; A. Mitchell, c Gibson, b Landorf, 9; G. Connors, absent, 0; sundries 11; total 18*4. Bowling: Landorf 3/49. Wellington 2/69, Gibson 1/16, Blake 1/6, Bastian 2/19.
Barrier Miner 7 Apr 1954
SOLDIER. 3 CHARGES TO ANSWER
Murray Bridge: Evidence that C.M.F. soldiers from Broken Hill had disobeyed orders by leaving a troop train to visit hotels was given at a court-martial at the C.M.F. camp here today. The soldier before the court was Sapper F. H. Reddington, a national service member of the 8th Army Engineer Regiment, Broken Hill. Reddington pleaded not guilty to three charges that on March 27, while travelling from Broken Hill to Murray Bridge, he
At Yunta Station disobeyed a lawful command of Captain G. H. Connor;
At Peterborough station used threatening language to Major C. C. Knott, O.C. 37th Field Squadron:
Was guilty of conduct to the prejudice of good order and military discipline.
Lieut. Colonel Charles, Stevens, C.O. of 8th Army Engineer Regiment, said in evidence that at Yunta he saw Reddington leave the train and head toward the township. He then heard Captain Connor ask accused where he was going. Reddington said: "To get a drink." When accused refused to return to the train Captain Connor told him he would be charged under the "Army Act, Section 9." Reddington replied: "What, again?"
'Get off My Back'
Later, at Peterborough Station, Reddington, before a number of soldiers and civilians, said to him (Col. Stevens): "Am I the only soldier on this train? Tell Knott to get off my back." Reddington did not appear to be affected by alcohol, Col. Stevens said. To the defending officer (Captain J. C. Mellor) witness said more soldiers had gone to the hotel at Yunta. Three others were also apprehended.
Major Knott said in evidence that at Peterborough he had intercepted a group of soldiers returning from a hotel. Reddington was among them. In a conversation which had ensued Reddington had said to him: "Get off my back or I'll drop you. Wait till I get you in Sivvy street." .
Earlier at Cockburn, Major Knott said Reddington had approached him again asking: "Can I be charged with drinking?" -
When witness replied that he could not, accused said. "I think you are a - - " witness added. Lt. R. T. Madigan denied that there was a lot of alcohol on the train, but admitted to Capt. Mellor that he knew of two bottles of beer.
Lt. L. H. Kirkman was prosecuting officer. Major A. E. Berrisford president of the court, and Capt. J. J. Redman, Judge advocate. (Proceeding)
Barrier Miner 8 Apr 1954
Broken Hill Trainee Ordered Detention
Adelaide: Sapper Frederick Hugh Reddington, of the 8th Army Engineer Regiment, Broken Hill, was sentenced to 14 days detention by a court martial sitting at the Broken Hill C.M.F. camp, at Murray Bridge. The sentence is subject to confirmation by the G.O.O., Central Command (Major Gen. R. King).
Reddington, a national service trainee, was found guilty on three charges relating to insubordination while travelling on a troop train between Broken Hill and Adelaide on March 27.
Allegations that about 400 out of 450 soldiers on a troop train from Broken Hill were drinking in their carriages during the journey to camp were made by a witness. Everytime an officer or N.C.O. went through the carriages the liquor was hidden, he said. The witness (Sapper Thomas Brian Grenfell), a national service trainee of 8th Army Engineer Regiment, was giving evidence for the defence in a case in which Sapper Frederick Hugh Reddington, pleaded not guilty to charges of having :
At Yunta, Railway Station disobeyed a lawful command of Capt. G. B. Connor:
At Peterborough Station used threatening language to Major C. C. Knott, O.C. 137th Field Squadron ;
Was guilty of conduct to the prejudice of good order and military discipline.
The Defence
In an unsworn statement, Reddington said he had spent the night before he joined the train drinking heavily in Broken Hill hotels. He had left the last of them in the early hours of the morning, had gone to the Railway Town Station, and had taken on the train a quantity of liquor. This comprised 18 bottles of beer, two bottles of wine, a flask of rum, and a flask of whisky. He had than "got stuck into it with a few mates." He did not remember much about the train journey and was "pretty well soaked by the time I had finished."
Sapper Grenfell said, in evidence, that after drinking with Reddington until 10.30 the night before, he next saw, him at the Sulphide Street Railway Station, where he was wandering round in a daze. He judged him to be "three parts under" for most of the train journey, although he would appear sober to anyone who did not know him well. "Major Knott kept picking at Reddington, although all of us were skylarking: throwing stones and water and going to the pubs en route," witness said. Reddington collapsed on a seat after he had had some food at Terowie. Grenfell, who said he was now nearly 21 and had been drinking since he was 16, said he had torn up without reading an administrative instruction dealing with the train journey and the behaviour of the troops.
Barrier Miner 22 Oct 1954
A VISITOR from Sydney, is Miss Harding [Whiting?], who is staying with her sister and brother-in-law, Mr. and Mrs. Geo Connor, of the Zinc Corporation.
Barrier Daily Truth 3 Nov 1954
The Check Inspector (Mr. W. S. O'Neil) yesterday visited NBHC Mine and later reported: — In company with Mr. G. Connor's mining engineer and Mr. D. Birmingham, foreman, I inspected the 12 level.
574 party in 3 south, open stope, broken ground in the back on the west side of the stope, is to be bored and fired down at the end of the shift Temperature, 67 degrees Fahrenheit wet bulb, 69 degrees dry bulb. 583 party in 7 south open stone: the back in this stope is 17 feet high, and is out of safe control of the party; no more stoping is to be done from the present face; the party is to go north of the present face and work back south to it; if the back continues as it is, in the interest of safety square set timber should be installed so that the back can be kept under proper control. Temp. 65-67. 589 party in 9 south west, open stope. Temp. 68 71. 572 party in 10 south open stope, a bulk is to be built in the centre of the stope to catch up a fault in the back; temp. 66-68. 582 party in 12 south, open stope. Temp. 68-70.
Barrier Daily Truth 10 Dec 1954
Staff changes; announced by Zinc-NBHC
A number of staff promotions and adjustments were announced yesterday by the Zinc Corporation. Ltd. and New Broken Hill Consolidated Ltd.
These changes follow the resignations of Mr. J. W. Foots, assistant general manager production) who - has been appointed general superintendent of Mt. Isa Mines, Ltd., and Mr. M. W. Howell, mines superintendent, who has accepted the position of manager of Broken Hill South Ltd.
The changes are: — Mr. G. P. Brooks, assistant general manager (services) has been transferred to assistant general manager (production). Mr. I. M. Hardy, surface superintendent, to assistant general manager (services). Mr. O. J. Blau, chief mining engineer, to surface superintendent. Mr. F. F. .Espie, underground manager, ZC Ltd., to mines superintendent in control of both mines. Mr. J. L. Liebelt, underground manager, NBHC Ltd. to assistant mines superintendent. Mr. B. W. Andrew, assistant underground manager, ZC Ltd., to underground manager, ZC Ltd. Mr. J. D. Whiteman, assistant underground manager, NBHC Ltd., to under ground manager, NBHC Ltd. Mr. R. T. Madigan will continue as assistant underground manager, ZC Ltd. Mr. R. J. Nankivell, mining engineer, to assistant underground manager, ZC, Ltd. Mr. R. E. Le Messurier. mining engineer, to assistant underground manager, NBHC, Ltd. Mr. G. B. Connor, mining engineer, to assistant underground manager, NBHC Ltd. The vacant position of chief mining engineer will not be filled for the time being.
The chief executives of the ZC Ltd.-NBHC Ltd. organisation at Broken Hill are now: — Mr. R. Pitman Hooper, general manager of operations. Messrs. G. P. Brooks and I. M. Hardy, assistant general managers, production and services respectively. Chiefs of staff are Mr. F. F. Espie, mines superintendent; Mr. C. E. Gardner, chief engineer; Mr. C. W. Thomas, chief metallurgist, in the production group, and Messrs. R. H. Doherty, office superintendent and O. Blau surface superintendent in the Services Group.
Barrier Daily Truth 24 May 2014
[I note that the writer quotes a relative, possibly his father, extensively for the article. There are some amazing anecdotes and some inaccuracies, but it is a very positive and personal article. CMC]
One of the Best. George Connor: Giant of the mining industry By Craig Brealey
One of the giants of the Broken Hill mining industry, George Connor, is remembered as one of the best managers the mines ever had and the best boss a worker could want.
He was also a character who was admired as much for his humour and odd ways as he was for his ability and leadership.
Mr Connor died this week at the grand age of 94 at his home in Bowral.
"Big Ugh" as he was affectionately known to all and sundry in the local mining industry, spent 32 years in Broken Hill and was the General Manager of the ZC-NBHC mine from 1971 to 1980. He was also Chairman of the Mine Managers Association and under his stewardship, the mines and the city prospered.
When Mr Connor retired in 1980, the BDT reported that in his years in the Silver City he established a reputation as "a fine mining engineer, a fair-minded administrator and a tough but equally just negotiator."
He was tough alright. A veteran of World War II, after the war he would take leave from his work as a mining engineer on NBHC to teach unarmed combat to national servicemen. Many of the young men that Mr Connor trained at an army camp in Murray Bridge hailed from Broken Hill.
Among them was Ross Brealey who was in his early 20s when he had his second encounter with the fearsome "Ugh".
"He was a big bloke, about six foot, solid, no fat on him," Mr Brealey said yesterday.
"We heard that he had fought in Russia and won Russia's highest bravery award. When he was training us in Murray Bridge, he'd make you run at him with a bayonet. He'd flick your elbow, you'd go flying into the air and land flat on your back with George kneeling your chest - with your bayonet in his hand."
The young servicemen also noted Mr Connor's peculiarities: "He never wore socks, said they were a waste of money, but he'd fine you for not shaving."
When Mr Brealey started on NBHC in 1956, Mr Connor was the underground manager. He said he would sometimes jump in and help the miners do their work, and continued to do so even after he became the general manager in 1971 on the departure of Jack Liebelt.
The mine workers also appreciated his wry humour and generous attitude, Mr Brealey said, especially when it came to certain rules and regulations.
One night, two men got into a fist fight in the crib cuddy underground and were marched up by two foremen to the general manager's office.
"They had black eyes, split lips, blood everywhere," Mr Brealey said. "George said to the foremen 'Did you see the fight?' They said no but they had heard it. George said 'I've got better things to do than listen to rumours. Get back to work."
"I don't think he ever sacked anybody in his life."
"He was a good boss, never had a enemy, popular with everyone. He was the best boss we had in my time."
George Boyd Connor retired in 1980 and he and his wife Sybil settled in Bowral, NSW. He is survived by three children. His funeral will be held today.
(BDT thanks Brian Tonkin, BH city archives officer for his help with this story)
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